ThinkabaraSchool Speed Limit sign
School, pedestrian & bike signs · MUTCD S5-1
What it means
A lower speed limit near a school, usually when lights flash or children are present.
How to recognize it
White sign with a yellow-green SCHOOL panel.
What drivers do
Slow to the posted speed when the lights flash or during the times shown. Watch for children, crossing guards and school buses. Many states double fines in school zones.
For kids walking and biking
Walk with a crossing guard where there is one, and use the crosswalk.
Check yourself
When does a "School Speed Limit 20 — When Flashing" sign apply?
Learning summary, not legal advice. Traffic laws vary by state — check your state driver's handbook. Drawing: our own illustration of the standard MUTCD design.
Frequently asked questions
What does the School Speed Limit sign mean?
A lower speed limit near a school, usually when lights flash or children are present.
What should a driver do at a School Speed Limit sign?
Slow to the posted speed when the lights flash or during the times shown. Watch for children, crossing guards and school buses. Many states double fines in school zones.
What does the School Speed Limit sign look like?
White sign with a yellow-green SCHOOL panel. It is a school, pedestrian & bike sign (fluorescent yellow-green). MUTCD code S5-1.