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HIGHLAND RENAISSANCE ACADEMY

125 W CRAIGHEAD RD, Charlotte, NC 28206

School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440268

Latest result95 / 100

Last inspectedAug 12, 2026

Inspections on record13

On record sinceMar 17, 2014

Score history

Mar 17, 2014Higher is betterAug 12, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 12, 2026 95 / 100 · 4 violations

#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)

Observed toilet out of order in the boys restroom on B-Hall. **Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).

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

Observed handwashing sink not operating in the boys restroom on B-Hall. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

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

Observed water stained ceiling tiles in rooms A5, A6, A7, A8, A9, B3, B5, B9, B10, B11. Observed water stained ceiling tiles near the main entrance. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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

Observed dead bugs in the light shields in room B9 and B11. **All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).

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Dec 16, 2025 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations

#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 stained ceiling tile in C3, A5, A7, and beginning of B hall. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired/replaced.

#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30

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Oct 10, 2024 95 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: Drinking fountains shall be provided with adequate water pressure and be properly regulated (i.e. water pressure should be regulated so that an individual’s mouth does not come in contact with the nozzle and so that the water does not splash on the floor). 15A NCAC 18A 2406 (b). Observed one water fountain on A hall with out water bottle dispenser with low pressure. Needs adjusted. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in all in A hall tutor room, girls bathroom hall, and B5. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired.

#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20

All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage on the floor in teacher workspaces throughout school building. Observed storage on the floor in gym storage room and teachers storage rooms. Needs to be stored off the floor or arranged to permit thorough cleaning. REPEAT.

#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30

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Oct 16, 2023 95 / 100 · 2 violations

#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20

All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. Observed storage on the floor in teacher workspaces throughout school building. Observed storage on the floor in Art room and teachers storage rooms. Needs to be stored off the floor or arranged to permit thorough cleaning. REPEAT.

#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −30

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 aerosols, disinfectants, and other cleaners stored accessible to students throughout classrooms. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards. General Comment: There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Faculty and staff stated birds are heard in ceiling of library area and are entering from hold outside of building. Work orders have been submitted. Needs repair to prevent pest entrance.

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Sep 14, 2022 97 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian was present during time of inspection. Report email to her and Principal at the following: samanthal.harris@cms.k12.nc.us. erin1.barksdale@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 minor black build up inside drinking nozzles sporadically throughout school building.

#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10

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