93.5/ 100
HARDING UNIVERSITY HIGH SCHOOL
2001 ALLEGHANY ST, Charlotte, NC 28208
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440058
Latest result93.5 / 100
Last inspectedAug 5, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceFeb 3, 2014
Score history
Feb 3, 2014Higher is betterAug 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 5, 2026 93.5 / 100 · 5 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406)
Observed drinking fountain with low water pressure in G Bldg on 2nd floor.
**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).
#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 urinal out of order and partition peeling in the boys restroom in D Bldg.
**Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed sink in need of caulking in the boys restroom on 2nd floor in G Bldg.
**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 G Bldg (205, prep room between 201 and 202, 3rd floor hall, outside of 303, 303, 305) and in A Bldg (211, 210, 202).
**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 G Bldg (2nd floor hall, boys restroom on 3rd floor) and A Bldg (boys restroom). Observed light shield missing in the girls restroom in A Bldg.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Nov 18, 2024 91 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilet seat broken in Auxillary gym box’s bathroom. Observed urinal nonoperational in boys D hall bathroom. Needs repair.
#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 water pressure to high and water splashing on floor at water fountain outside B132 and A109. Needs to be adjusted. REPEAT.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed no soap in boys upstairs A hall bathroom. Observed hand dryer not operating in boys C hall bathroom.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed sink starting to separate from wall in boys upstairs A hall bathroom. Needs caulking.
#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 stained ceiling tiles in B building hall, in media center, cafeteria, 2nd floor hallway G hall, and ROTC class and hall. Observed leak coming from A/C unit in classroom D8. Observed damage from leaks in ceiling in Auxillary gym locker rooms and female office bathroom. Observed missing ceiling tiles in A boys upstairs bathroom and C boys bathroom. Needs to be repaired. REPEAT.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
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 light out in C building hall and C boys bathroom. Needs repair. REPEAT. Points lowered due to differences on items from last inspection.
Dec 7, 2023 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted
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 broken floor tiles in pipe exposed in large gap in wall in girls trailer bathroom. Observed tiles pulled up in boys trailer bathroom. (Custodian has placed work orders for both prior to inspection).
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 low water pressure in drinking fountains in ROTC hall and cafeteria. Need pressure increased.
#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 stained ceiling tiles throughout facility (cafeteria, 105A, A124, A204, MC373, B139, B132, in D building, outside girls locker room in Aux gym). Observed broken floor tiles in A hall stairwell. REPEAT.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
Observed dead insects in the light shields in second floor A halls girls bathroom and several other areas throughout the school. Needs to be cleaned.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). REPEAT.
Dec 20, 2022 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
3. Observed water fountain nozzle turned allowing for water to splash on the floor when in use in the B Building. Needs to be repaired.
**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
9. Observed ceiling paint peeling in the boys locker room in the old gym. Needs to be repaired.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tile in room 204 in the G Building, Media Center and the Weight Room. Ensure that leak is not ongoing and have ceiling tiles replaced.
**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 insects in the light shields on the 2nd floor in the G Building and the Media Center. Needs to be cleaned.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Mar 24, 2021 94 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required. Inspection completed with Shirley Hodges.
#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 water stained ceiling tiles in B132, B139, near office in media center, and above lockers on 2nd floor in G building.
#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 chlorox wipes, Lysol wipes, aerosol Lysol, febreeze, microban, or other spray cleaners stored in reach of children in Art room, C110, C131, C139, D8, A133, and A114. Observed items stored on desk or counters.
Jan 10, 2020 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: ***NOTE*** Observed improvements throughout facility. Observed new Gym being constructed.
#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 paint peeling above hand sink in 3rd floor girls restroom. Observed hole in wall inside last stall in girls restroom near C152. Observed damaged floor tile near stall in boys locker restroom.
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in Media center near specialist window, at exit door near girls locker room, and near eyewash in G303. Observed damage to window at entrance door at D building and damaged floor tile near exit door in mobile MC337 (MC1).
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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
Observed aerosol sprays or lysol/chlorox wipes stored in reach of students in band class, C11, C127, C119, G205, and G122. Keep items stored away from students.
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).
Jun 6, 2018 86.5 / 100 · 6 violations
#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 drinking fountains in weight room having broken pressure paddles.(points not increased due to improvement)
#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
REPEAT
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed trash debris collected on floors of gang toilet rooms in buildings G, A in need of cleaning. (points not increased due to improvement)
#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 numerous ceiling tiles damaged / missing in weight room in need of repair / replacing; Observed ceiling tiles missing in #A205 in need of replacing; Observed walls in need of paint touch up in all classrooms.
#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 directly on floor in numerous rooms throughout campus.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
REPEAT
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 blinds inside trailer / modular unit windows broken in need of replacing. (points not increased due to improvement)
#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
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 chemical cleaners (aerosols) stored incorrectly in numerous classrooms in all buildings.
Mar 24, 2016 82 / 100 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #11. Tighten loose railing on ramp leading to modular units. Observed geese dropping on softball fields. Address geese droppings on fields. Clean trash/debris from between modular units. Cut grass and clean grounds in courtyard located in center of A buildng. ****The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Ms. Cheri Loyd present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Thoroughly clean water fountains in weight room and keep clean at all times! Observed water fountains soiled in weight room. Increase water pressure on water fountain in B building so water will come up beyond the mouth guard.
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). 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) −35
Wipe/clean walls in bathroom located within G, B, C and A Building. Thoroughly clean walls in bathrooms located in D building. Replace out of place ceiling tiles in bathrooms throughout different buildings. Observed damaged stall fixture in boys bathroom located in D hall. Repair or replace damaged stall fixture in bathrooms. Patch holes in wall in girls bathroom located in D building. Unclog toilets in boys bathroom in G building and D building. Replace missing toilet paper holder in boys bathroom in B building. Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). BATHROOMS IN OUTSIDE MODULAR UNITS ARE NOT BEING USED!
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35
Provide soap in soap dispenser in boys bathroom in B building. Replace missing legs on hand washing sink in art room(c104, c105) located in C building. Clean area around faucet fixtures on hand washing sinks in bathrooms located in C and D building. Repair or replace broken hand drying device in boys bathroom in D building. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles and ceiling tiles with microbial growth present in G, B, C D and outside modular units. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Observed gaps along base of exit door to different building. Provide door sweeps on base of exit doors to eliminate gaps along base of doors. Observed damaged floor tiles throughout in modular units. Repair/replace damaged flooring/floor tiles in outside modular units. Wipe/clean walls throughout in classroom and hallway area. Touch-up paint/repaint throughout in classrooms and hallway area.
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
Repair or remove damaged wall mounted old cooling and heating unit in hallway located in D building. Repair or replace damaged covering on weight benches in weight room or replace damaged weight benches!
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#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) −55
Repair damaged flooring in boys dressing room. Thoroughly clean hand toileting, hand washing and shower fixtures in both girls and boys bathroom. Repair damaged bench in boys dressing room. Remove pads from shower in dressing rooms. Repair light fixtures in dressing rooms. Paint bare wood stall fixtures. Damaged stall doors had been replaced but doors were not painted.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
Jan 30, 2015 82.5 / 100 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #7. Observed some storage on the floor in storage room but the floor in storage rooms were clean. Recommend keeping storage off the floor by providing additional shelving to store extra stock/supplies on.**All. storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. #11. Observed damaged/loose sewage clean out covering between G and B building. Repair and secure clean out covering. Observed hole at base of gutter in corner near B building offices. Fill in hole at base of gutter and place a diverter at base. Reattach loose/missing gutter on modular unit located behind D building. Secure siding on modular restroom located beside cafeteria. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Mr. Lonnie and Ms. Shirley present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed mouth guard on water fountain soiled on first and second floor of G building, C building and weight room. Observed damaged handle and front of water fountain soiled in weight room.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) −50
Thoroughly clean walls in bathrooms throughout G, C, D, gym, A building and modular unit bathrooms. Observed walls soiled in bathrooms and walls damaged in modular unit bathrooms. Observed missing vent cover in modular unit bathroom. Observed base of toilets and walls urinals soiled throughout in bathrooms. Observed out of order toilet in B building boys bathroom. OBSERVED LEAK BEHIND/UNDER TOILET IN MEN BATHROOM LOCATED IN B BUILDING OFFICE AREA. WHEN TOILET IS FLUSH WATER IS LEAKING FROM BASE AND CORNER OF WALL! Observed stall fixtures soiled throughout in bathrooms. Observed damaged stall fixture in D building bathroom. Clean toilets, stalls, walls and floor in bathrooms! Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). 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) −35
Observed hand washing sink soiled around faucet fixtures in bathrooms throughout in both girls and boys bathrooms. Observed several hand washing sink in classrooms missing soap and paper towels. Thoroughly clean hand washing sink around faucet fixtures and keep soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks at all times! Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed walls soiled throughout in hallway area and classroom area. Thoroughly clean walls in classroom behind trash can area, hallway and upon entering bathrooms. Clean steps in stair way. Repaint/touch-up paint where needed. Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout in different buildings. Replace water stained ceiling tiles throughout.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 damaged weight room bench covering. Observed damaged weight room benches. Repair damaged covering on weight benches or replace damaged weight benches. Observed top of lockers dusty. Clean/dust top of lockers. Observed damaged/hanging smart board extender in modular unit that was broken into. Recommend removing hanging smart board projector extender. Observed damaged laminate on book display in media center. Recommend replacing damage laminate on display or replace block display.All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#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) −35
Patch hole in wall in boys locker room. Thoroughly clean toilets and hand washing sinks in locker rooms! Repair damaged light fixture in girls locker room above toilet. Thoroughly clean floor in locker room around toilets.Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
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