92/ 100

SOUTHWEST MIDDLE SCHOOL

13624 STEELE CREEK RD, Charlotte, NC 28273

School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440303

Latest result92 / 100

Last inspectedApr 13, 2026

Inspections on record11

On record sinceNov 25, 2013

Score history

Nov 25, 2013Higher is betterApr 13, 2026

Inspections & violations

Apr 13, 2026 92 / 100 · 3 violations

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

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 several water fountains with either too high or too low of pressure. Adjust water pressure.

#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) −30

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed toilet paper and splatter on ceilings in various bathrooms throughout school.

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

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed various sinks missing knobs throughout school. Observed toilets and sinks in need of cleaning throughout school.

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Apr 1, 2025 82.5 / 100 · 5 violations

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

Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountains throughout school building with black build inside drinking nozzle or surrounding drinking nozzle. Detailed cleaning needed to drinking fountains throughout school building. REPEAT

#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) −70

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed tissue stuck to ceiling and walling in multiple restrooms throughout school building. Observed general cleaning needed to restrooms walling throughout school building. REPEAT Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets or urinals out of order in several bathroom throughout school. REPEAT

#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 1 spring loaded faucet knob missing to hand sink in the following areas: boys restroom near gym and boys locker room restroom. REPEAT

#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 walling heavily damaged, cracking, peeling, and in need of repair in the following areas: girls and boys mobile restrooms located outside of gym. REPEAT

#9 · DRESSING ROOMS AND SHOWERS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean, in good repair, washable, non-absorbent 30#; fixtures clean, in good repair 40#; facilities for storage of clothes provided, kept clean 20#; soap and towel 10* (.2413) −20

Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e). Observed clothing stored in pile in boys locker room shower. Observed general cleaning needed to both girls and boys locker rooms. REPEAT

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Mar 28, 2024 84.5 / 100 · 6 violations

Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION: #8: 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 1 ceiling light out in the following areas: 7th grade girls gang restroom and 8th grade girls gang restroom. *NOTE: Head Custodian, Yolonda Gardener, was present during time of inspection, report emailed to her and Principal at the following: Yolonda.Gardener@cms.k12.nc.us Andrea.foggie@cms.k12.nc.us

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

#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) −35

Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Observed tissue stuck to ceiling and walling in multiple restrooms throughout school building. Observed general cleaning needed to restrooms walling throughout school building. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets or urinals out of order in the following areas: girls restroom near media center 2 toilets out of order and 6th grade boys restroom 1 urinal out of order,

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

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 spring loaded faucet knob missing to handsink in the following areas: boys gang restroom near gym and girls gang mobile restroom located outside gym. (NO POINTS DEDUCTED) Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed the following area not having soap, paper towels, or hand drinking device: boys gang mobile restroom located outside gym, boys gang mobile restroom located near 6th grade hallway. Observed 1 hand drying blower not working on boys gang restroom located on 6th grade hallway. Observed 1 spring loaded faucet handsink not operating in the girls gang mobile restroom near 6th grade hallway.

#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 missing ceiling tiles by boys locker room in gym. Observed walling heavily damaged, cracking, peeling, and in need of repair in the following areas: girls and boys gang mobile restrooms located outside of gym and boys mobile gang restroom located near 6th grade hallway.

Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e). Observed clothing stored in pile in boys locker room . Observed general cleaning needed to both girls and boys locker rooms.

#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −15

Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed litter/debris under mobile units located right outside of gym.

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Jan 24, 2023 95 / 100 · 2 violations

Inspector comments: No points deducted #11- Observed Lysol can spray (multiple) on counter in B11 and cleaner/air freshener spray on counter in A18. Keep all hazardous items stored in a manner away from students. Follow storage instructions on product labels. Inspection completed with Ronnie Foushee.

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

Observed black residue on water fountain spouts on 7th grade hall near restrooms. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).

#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) −30

Observed floor drain cover missing in 7th grade boys restroom. Observed missing ceiling tiles in boys restroom of 7th grade mobile.

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