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NORTHEAST MIDDLE
5960 BRICKSTONE DR, Charlotte, NC 28227
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440093
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedOct 21, 2025
Inspections on record11
On record sinceMay 21, 2014
Score history
May 21, 2014Higher is betterOct 21, 2025
Inspections & violations
Oct 21, 2025 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted for:
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 fountain pressure too strong at fountain outside room A3. Needs adjustment.
#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 two sinks not operable in upstairs boys bathroom. Needs repair. Head Custodian stated there is a work order in for repair.
#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 tiles in hallways. Head Custodian stated there are work orders in for stained tiles
Nov 8, 2024 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: #5. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 hand drying blower not functioning in girls gym locker room.
*NOTE: Head Custodian, Ms. Susana, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Susana1.gonzalez@cms.k12.nc.us
I.christian@cms.k12.nc.us
#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
All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d). Observed cleaning needed to shower wands in both girls and boys locker rooms.
Sep 21, 2023 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#3. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed 1 drinking fountain not operable in boys locker room.
*NOTE: Head custodian, Ms. Susana, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and principal at the following:
Susana1.gonzalez@cms.k12.nc.us
I.christian@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 several spring loaded faucets sporadically throughout school building not functioning or with short run times. Per head custodian, work orders have been submitted to have spring loaded faucets repaired. Observed 1 spring loaded faucet knob missing in girls restroom located on level 2. EHS advises school to have run times adjusted to a minimum of 15 seconds, as needed, to allot proper handwashing.
#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 1 stained ceiling tiles on ground level outside of boys restroom. Observed 1 stained ceiling tile leading into girls locker room in gym. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
Sep 7, 2022 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#7. 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 floor in storage room on 6th grade hallway (PPE supplies).
*NOTE: Ms. Susana Gonzalez was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and head custodian at the following:
Ricky1.mcelhaney@cms.k12.nc.us
Susana1.gonzalez@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 several spring loaded faucet handdsinks throughout school building not operating (6th grade boys restroom 1 loose faucet, 1 faucet not functioning, girls restroom near library 1 faucet not functioning, boys restroom near library 1 faucet not functioning, girls restroom near cafe 1 faucet not functioning). EHS advises school to repair all handsinks that are not functioning throughout school building.
Feb 25, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#3. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed one water fountain in boys locker room with drinking nozzle missing. Repair.
#12. 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 aerosol cleaners/air fresheners stored in exceptional children's restroom in unlocked cabinet. School should follow directions on label that states "keep out of reach of children".
*NOTE: Head Custodian Mr. McElhaney Inspection report was emailed to Head Custodian and Principal at the following:
rickyl.mcelhaney@cms.k12.nc.us;l.christian@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 school building to include; main hallway near office, library, boys lockers room, etc.
#4 ON GRADING SHEET: 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 stick to ceiling in boys restroom located on ground floor.(NO POINTS FOR THIS VIOLATION)
Jan 10, 2020 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATION:
#9. All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d). Observed brown build up around shower nozzles in girls and boys shower dressing rooms.
*NOTE: Head Custodian Mr. McElhaney Inspection report was emailed to Head Custodian and Principal at the following: rickyl.mcelhaney@cms.k12.nc.us;l.christian@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 water fountain in boys athletic dressing room in need of repair. Observed water fountain located in lower level A hallway in need of 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 water stained ceiling tiles throughout school building. Head Custodian has already placed a work order into CMS for stained ceiling tiles to be replaced.
Feb 1, 2019 92 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
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#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed drinking fountains missing the push handles on the 6th grade hall, near room C016 and the boys locker room. Needs to be repaired.
**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) −20
Observed loose toilet seats the teacher restroom, restroom C128 and girls restroom near the media center. Needs to be tightened. Observed toilet seat missing from the toilet in the girls restroom on the ground floor. Needs to be replaced.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed several water stained ceiling tiles during the inspection (outside of C221, outside of B216, within B203, outside of B205, outside near C030, within C102, C106, Media Center entrance and near girls locker room entrance). Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and replace tiles.
**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 boxes of paper stored on the floor in storage room B139 and C228.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Nov 13, 2017 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
3. Observed water fountains not working/handles missing on second floor. Water not turned on due to leak.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
7. Observed several boxes stored on the floor in the resource room (C021).
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 disinfectant wipes stored accessible to students and below 5 feet in room C023. Disinfectant wipes were relocated. Only class with wipes sitting accessible.
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).
#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 loose toilet seat in teacher restroom on third floor and both boys and girls restroom on ground floor (floor with front office). Needs to be tightened. REPEAT NONCOMPLIANCE.
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 water flow time at around 7 seconds in boys restroom on the second floor. REPEAT NONCOMPLIANCE.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). **Provide at least a 15 second run time for faucets.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout facility during inspection. REPEAT NONCOMPLIANCE. Observed missing ceiling tile in custodial closet on 2nd floor and main hallway on ground floor. Observed baseboard coming apart from wall under water fountain on 2nd floor. Observed hole in wall near classroom C023, possibly from door handle.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Feb 26, 2016 92 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 4. Observed 1 cracked baseboard tile in girls restroom 3rd floor and 1 loose toilet seat in girls rest room located near cafeteria.
11. Observed 1 plug in present in vacant class room at time (C4).
Mr. Crane received report
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed short run times at push faucets located in 3rd floor girls restroom, ground floor staff restroom.
Observed 1 sink at ground floor boys restroom off due to leak per Ms. Suzana work order has been placed. Observed another sink not functioning in boys restroom near cafeteria.
Observed 2 loose faucets located at restroom main hall near office.
**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
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed water stain ceiling tile present in 6th grade hall, C15, Boys locker room and main floor hall way.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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
Observed 1 shower curtain located in girls locker room in need of cleaning. Improvement seen from previous inspections. If not used recommended removal.
Observed build up present on shower head located in girls locker room.
**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
Mar 18, 2015 95 / 100 · 3 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed: Short running spring tension faucets in C Hall (2nd floor) women's staff restroom, B hall (3rd floor) girl's restroom, A Hall (ground floor) boy's restroom and Staff restroom, and the health room restroom.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). provide at least a 15 second run time.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed: Water damaged ceiling tiles in C106, C223, C020, and A Hall (ground floor).Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#10 · SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL: Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved type 20*; clean and in good repair 20#; empties as needed, properly disposed of 40# (.2414) −20
Observed: Dumpster lids and side doors open.Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).Lisa Blakeny present during inspection.Keep up the good work.
May 21, 2014 93.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Ms.Shirley (head custodian) was present during the inspection.-Observed a black pipe in the ceiling was leaking onto the ground in the breezeway. **Repair leak and disinfect the area.-Observed gatorade coolers were not clean and were infested with bugs in the gym/coach's office. **Keep all coolers used for beverages keep clean and sanitized.
#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 some bathroom floors with litter, missing baseboards in the boys restroom 6th grade(2nd floor) and the floors in te boys restrooms were wet. **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
A) Repeat Non-compliance - Observed the spring loaded sink faucets with short run times (less than 10 seconds) in the staff restrooms, and a sink was not working in the 6th grade boys restroom (2nf floor). **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed an improvement within this category.General Comment: B) Observed no paper towels in the 6th grade girls restroom (2nd floor). **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 the ceiling with microbial growth in room B223 (computer lab #2) and in the 7th grade hall (ground level) near exit to breezeway, and the floors of some closets were dusty. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.General Commnet: #7 - Observed paper supply was stored beneath chemicals and next to the mop water on a custodian cart. **Rearrange each cart so that the paper supply (paper towels and toilet paper) are protected from mop water splash and/or chemical spills.
#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
Observed the shower curtains in the locker rooms were not clean. **All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).General Comment: #10 - Observed the dumpster lids were left open. **Keep dumpster doors closed when not in use to prevent fly nuisance.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “NORTHEAST MIDDLE” or State ID 2060440093). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.