98.5/ 100
MCALPINE ELEMENTARY
9100 CARSWELL LN, Charlotte, NC 28226
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440081
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 18, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceFeb 18, 2014
Score history
Feb 18, 2014Higher is betterMar 18, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 18, 2026 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 cafeteria. Replace.
Mar 12, 2025 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted:
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 drinking fountain outside of cafeteria with too low of pressure. Adjust water pressure.
#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 cafeteria. Replace.
Mar 4, 2024 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 C6, C10, C1, outside art room, and in cafeteria. Check for leaks and replace tiles. REPEAT.
Jan 25, 2023 95.5 / 100 · 2 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) −30
Observed damage on stalls in boys restroom on C hall.
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) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tile near art room.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Dec 8, 2021 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with custodian Kireyan.
#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
Observed damaged stalls in boys restroom near cafeteria. Observed missing floor tiles under hand sink and damaged stall(bottom) in girls restroom on C hall.
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).
#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 disinfectant wipes on whiteboard in D10, chlorox wipes near door and disinfectant spray on desk in B8, and disinfectant wipes near door in B7. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children. Adhere to storage instructions on label of products.
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).
Feb 5, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Report emailed to: yanciy.martinez@cms.k12.nc.us & dina.modine@cms.k12.nc.us
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Repeat: Observed stained ceiling tiles in the gym class (closest to the stage), in the hall by the media center and art room, & in A2. Repair the issue & replace tiles. *Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair.15A NCAC 18A .2410.
-5. No Points Deducted: Observed all of the push faucets inspected (in hall and class restrooms) with short run times. Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 second (20 seconds for Covid) run times to facilitate proper handwashing. *Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Sep 9, 2019 94 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Observed storage on the floor in storage rooms with debris collecting on the floor. Remove storage off the floor.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
Observed loose toilet seats in boys toilet in C-hall all other toilet seats were tightly secured. Tighten toilet seats.
#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 frayed carpet in the media center; water stained ceiling tiles in the gym, music room, and serveral classrooms; broken ceiling tile in the gym, missing tile in the gym and at the doorway exit on D-hall; broken piece where tile connect hanging from the ceiling in room B6.
Maintenance stated that the roof has been replaced but sometimes during heavy rain, ceilings leak. Has work order on file.
#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 disinfectant wipes and hand sanitizer stored in reach of children in classroom A3 stored on top of cabinet in room. ***REPEAT***
Mar 7, 2018 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted:#4--Observed bottom of stalls damaged (pulling apart) in boys restroom near cafeteria.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountain broken near custodian office. Covered with trash bag. Repair.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in rooms C2, B2 and at boys restroom neaar cafeteria.
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 disinfectant wipes store in reach of children in classes C1, C9, and B4. Observed wipes stored on top of cabinet in room D4(more than 5ft).
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).
Apr 14, 2016 93.5 / 100 · 3 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) −20
Observed stained ceilings in boys and girls restrooms. Repair. C and D Halls. Repeat.
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) −15
Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in media center and speech room. Observed holes in ceiling tiles in media center and music room. Repair. Observed HVAC cents needing to be cleaned in adults restrooms.
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 hazardous chemicals such as, clorox wipes, lysol, board cleaner, and other air freshners accessible to children. Keep all hazardous chemicals stored in a manner that is inaccessible to children. Repeat.
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).
Escorted by: Yancy Martinez
Jan 26, 2015 90.5 / 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) −15
Observed tissue wads on the ceiling of the boy's restroom on the main hall.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
Repeat Non-Compliance: -Observed stained ceiling tiles entering the 'A' hall, B2, 'C' hall, and the Office book room. -Loose & stained carpet in media center.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed storage on the floor in storage rooms with debris collecting on the floor.**Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed cleaners, chemicals, disinfecting wipes, and aerosol sprays stored unlocked and within reach of the children throughout school.**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).Ms. Debra Jones present during the inspection.Report emailed to debra.jones@cms.k12.nc.us, dina.modine@@cms.k12.nc.us, juliee.selby@cms.k12.nc.us
Feb 18, 2014 89.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Renea Jenkins present during inspection.GC# 3: One water fountain needs regulating across from teachers workroom.**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).GC #4: Observed urine line down front of urinals 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) −30
Observed corroded faucet fixtures on sinks throughout school. Etched sink bowl, C2.**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) −15
Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout school. Loose carpeting in media center. Stained carpeting in office.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed storage below hand sink in classrooms. Storage on floor in book room.**Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dusty vents and window sills throughout school. Some dusty mini blinds.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#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 cleaners, chemicals, disinfecting wipes within reach of children throughout school. Unlabeled spray bottle in custodial closet.**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).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MCALPINE ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440081). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.