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MALLARD CREEK ELEMENTARY

9801 MALLARD CREEK RD, Charlotte, NC 28213

School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440078

Latest result96 / 100

Last inspectedSep 18, 2026

Inspections on record13

On record sinceMar 6, 2014

Score history

Mar 6, 2014Higher is betterSep 18, 2026

Inspections & violations

Sep 18, 2026 96 / 100 · 1 violation

Inspector comments: General Comment: Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained and sagging ceiling tiles on 5th grade hallway. Needs repair. Head custodian stated that a work order has already been placed.

#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40

REPEAT Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed soiled water fountains throughout the school. Detail cleaning needed around the base, crevices, spout and surrounding surfaces. Some water fountains missing push buttons and one water fountain with no spout. Keep clean and good repair.

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Sep 19, 2025 96 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: No point deduction: #11 Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).- Observed numerous containers of chemical (Clorox wipes, disinfectant Lysol sprays, air fresheners spray cans, hand sanitizer bottles) stored on a desk/counter top in several classrooms. Keep minimal item for use. Put away the rest and keep them out of reach of children. - Head of custodian: Jose Contreras present during inspection.

#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20

REPEAT Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed soiled water fountains throughout the school. Detail cleaning needed around the base, crevices, spout and surrounding surfaces. Keep clean and good repair. Points remain the same at this time.

#4 · TOILET FACILITIES: Walls and ceilings clean, nonabsorbent, washable, and in good repair 30#; fixtures clean and in good repair 40#; floors impervious, kept clean 30# (.2408) −20

Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed disrepair urinal in men restroom A hallway, and disrepair toilet in girl restroom I-Pod across the gym. Repair needed.

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Sep 23, 2024 92.5 / 100 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: NO points deduction: #11. Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (b).- Observed throughout the building in classrooms, all cleaning products, aerosol spray cans (hazardous items) stored on counters, tables where is accessible to children. Hazardous items shall be stored appropriately as instructed and out of reach of children or in lock cabinets. - The head of custodian: Mr. Jose Contreras present during inspection

#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20

Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed soiled water fountains in front of the gym. Detail cleaning needed around the base, crevices, spout and surrounding surfaces. Disrepair water fountains covered with black bag in the hallway need repair. Keep clean and good repair.

#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed hand sink in classroom D3, D4 need detail cleaning and keep clean. Disrepair faucet in boy restroom I pod, repair needed. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed no soap available due to broken dispenser in girls restroom upper restroom G pod. No soap at hand sink in classroom D3 hand sink.

#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15

Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed some black spots on ceiling tiles in G, D, B pod. Observed several here and there water stain on ceiling tiles in the building, classroom G4, severely in G2 classroom, currently is not in use. Check and ensure that there is no active roof leaks, repair if needed. Replace the ceiling tiles. Keep all in good condition.

#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20

Lighting and ventilation shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (a). All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). - Observed the whole building room temperature throughout is 79F- 81F. It does not seem to have enough air circulation and enough ventilation throughout. It appears that AC units are not functioning very well. In some Pod and classroom has a very distinctive smell (musty smell). According to the head of custodian the work order was placed and not sure when the issue will be fixed. Provide comfortable learning space. Keep the AC units fixtures in good repair.

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Nov 30, 2023 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: Mr. Jose present during inspection

#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed starting the separation of hand sinks and wall in Girls restroom (E-hall and G pod hall). Caulking maybe needed to repair the gaps.

#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30

Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed several minor stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout school building to include (G, F) pod, I pod hallway, H 4 classroom. Observed drooping ceiling tiles in H1 classroom. Observed black stained spots on ceiling tiles from water damage near AC in H2 classroom. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.

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Oct 31, 2022 95 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION: #5. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 spring loaded faucet attached to handsink not operating in girls restroom near media center. *NOTE: During time of inspection custodians were not present in school building as they were attending a meeting. Report emailed to Principal at: shalinda.williams@cms.k12.nc.us

#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20

Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed black build up inside drinking nozzle of water fountains located outside of gym

#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30

Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed several minor stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout school building to include, main hallway outside of gym, corner of F pod, and entrance to H pod. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.

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