Bus stops are located at corners or intersections whenever possible and are usually central to where students are coming from. Corner bus stops are the preferred location because-

Students are generally taught to cross at corners rather than in the middle of the street.
Traffic controls, such as stoplights or signs are located at corners. This tends to make drivers more cautious as they approach intersections. The motoring public generally expects school buses to be stopping at corners rather than individual houses. Impatient motorists are also less likely to pass buses at corners than along a street. Cars passing school buses create the greatest risk to students who are getting on or off the bus.
Buses use their eight-way light system and stop arm when picking up and dropping off students. Corner stops allow ample time for the driver to activate the yellow warning lights before getting to the stop.
Bus drivers, especially substitutes, can see corner stops much more easily than house numbers so they can keep their focus on their driving. House numbers are located in a variety of places on houses and are often not easily visible from the street, especially in bad weather and before dawn or after dusk.
Ride times for students are shorter if buses are kept on main roads and are not sent down every street. Route changes for new students can be more easily accommodated when stops are at corners. Minimizing stops also reduces costs for fuel as well as wear and tear on the buses.

Bus stops will generally be closer to student’s houses for younger students. Older students are expected to be able to walk farther to bus stops. Exceptions for students living in rural area are made on a case by case basis.

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