84/ 100

RIDGE ROAD MIDDLE SCHOOL

7260 HIGHLAND CREEK PY, Charlotte, NC 28269

School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440426

Latest result84 / 100

Last inspectedOct 13, 2026

Inspections on record12

On record sinceAug 30, 2013

Score history

Aug 30, 2013Higher is betterOct 13, 2026

Inspections & violations

Oct 13, 2026 84 / 100 · 4 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 several water fountains throughout school with black/brown buildup inside and around the nozzle. Keep clean. Observed one water fountain not functioning and one water fountain with missing button cover. Repair.

#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) −55

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 multiple wads of paper, consistent with spitballs, adhering to the ceilings and walls in multiple restrooms throughout the school building. Observed writing all over the walls in several restrooms throughout. Keep walls and ceilings clean. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets in need of cleaning in several areas throughout school and a broken toilet seat in girls bathroom near gym. Repair/keep clean.

#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed several hand sinks not operating in student bathrooms throughout school. Repair. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed no soap in boys bathroom near main office and boys bathroom upstairs. Ensure soap is provided. Observed one hand dryer not operating in boys bathroom. Repair.

#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 stained ceiling tiles in various areas throughout school. Check for leaks and replace tiles.

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Dec 3, 2025 91 / 100 · 3 violations

Inspector comments: *NOTE: Custodian, Carlos, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to: harveyl.ballard@cms.k12.nc.us (Head Custodian) daniel.gray@cms.k12.nc.us (Principal)

#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 of drinking fountains nozzles sporadically throughout school building. Clean.

#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) −40

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 red debris on rear walling in boys 7th grade group restroom (General comment). Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed detailed cleaning needed to toilets throughout school building in particular outer components of toilet basins.

#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 stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout school. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Observed trash on flooring under bleachers in gym. Clean.

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Oct 23, 2024 88 / 100 · 4 violations

Inspector comments: NOTE: - The custodian: Maria Garcia present during inspection. Report reviewed in detail with custodian, and briefly with the school principal: Mr. Daniel Gray at the time of inspection.

#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 (black/brown/pink buildup) water fountains throughout the school. Detail cleaning needed all around spouts, bases, surfaces and crevices. Keep water fountains clean.

#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) −15

Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed broken toilet in girl restroom in elective hallway. Observed some loose toilet seats in some restrooms. Repair or replace needed.

#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35

Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed broken/missing/disrepair faucet at hand sinks throughout the restrooms both girls and boys. Observed soiled hand sinks throughout the school including staff restrooms. Better cleaning all around the basin and the base needed. Keep all fixture clean. NOTE: the facility is using approved disinfectant solution for cleaning, the custodian knows the contact time to clean and disinfect properly according to the conversation and label on the product during inspection. However the hand sinks need better cleaning and scrabbling to look clean. EHS suggest the facility to use other approve cleaner products of your choice to deep clean and keep all fixture clean to sight and touch. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed disrepair hand dryers, disrepair/missing soap and paper towel dispensers throughout the school in boys, girls and staff restrooms (some are jam). At the time of inspection, each of the restroom at least have one soap/paper towel/hand dryer working available. All hand washing sinks throughout the shoot shall be equipped with soap, paper towel and running water for proper hand washing at all time.

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

REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in main hallway in need of repair / replacing. Observed very filty flooring in boy’s locker room especially. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean.

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Sep 8, 2023 93.5 / 100 · details not yet loaded