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PAW CREEK ELEMENTARY

1300 CATHEY RD, Charlotte, NC 28214
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440106
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 20, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceFeb 27, 2014

Score history

7085100 Feb 27, 2014: 89.5Jan 15, 2015: 93May 11, 2016: 92.5Mar 22, 2018: 91Sep 9, 2019: 93.5Mar 10, 2021: 97Oct 5, 2021: 96Mar 2, 2023: 95Feb 27, 2024: 91.5Feb 5, 2025: 95.5Feb 20, 2026: 97
Feb 27, 2014Higher is betterFeb 20, 2026

Inspections & violations

Feb 20, 2026 97 / 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) −15
Observed urinal and toilets out of order in the boys restroom in Building B. **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) −15
Observed ceiling tiles missing in the gym and the media center. Observed floor cracked near the cafeteria. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Feb 5, 2025 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed build up in water fountains outside gym spouts in C3 and C1/2. Needs cleaning.
#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 G15, hall outside boys cafeteria bathroom, G28, and the gym. Needs to be checked for leaks and replaced.
#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 aerosol sprays (such as Lysol disinfectant and deodorizers), disinfectant wipes, and other cleaners stored accessible to children in numerous classrooms. Needs to be stored inaccessible to children (as directed on manufacturers label) as to avoid health hazards. REPEAT.

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Feb 27, 2024 91.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted. 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 in gym closets on the floor and in a manner that does not permit thorough cleaning. Needs to be stored off the floor or in a manner to permit thorough cleaning. Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed floor tiles damage in boys bathroom trailers. Needs repair. Work order has been placed.
#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
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 ceiling tile peeling in boys bathroom outside media center. Needs repair. REPEAT.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
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 dust build up on blinds and window sills in art room. Observed paint cracking on window sills in art room. Needs cleaning and paint touch up. Observed light cover missing in boys and girls bathroom in media center. Needs repair. REPEAT.
#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 aerosol sprays and disinfectant wipes stored accessible to children in numerous classrooms. Needs to be stored inaccessible to children (as directed on manufacturers label) as to avoid health hazards. REPEAT.

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Mar 2, 2023 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following: 4. Observed ceiling tiles peeling in the boys restroom in Bldg F. Needs to be replaced. **Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). 5. Observed faucet handle missing in the boys restroom near the cafeteria. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed light shield missing in the girls restroom in Bldg F. Observed dead insects in the light shields in the Media Center and Cafeteria. Observed light shield loose in the media center. **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 chemicals stored within reach of children in B4 and B5. Observed spray can stored within reach of children in the restroom on the main hall. **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).

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Oct 5, 2021 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
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 large amounts of storage stored directly on floor of gymnasium in need of properly storage; Observed numerous boxes stored directly on floor of auditorium in need of proper storing.
#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 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 classrooms having chemicals accessible throughout campus; Observed auditorium having numerous chemicals stored accessible. CDI hazardous items properly stored behind lock and key when not in use.

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Mar 10, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
#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 lysol, cleaning sprays, lysol wipes stored on cabinets/desks in E2, boys restroom near E1, SAC D3(also raid), boys restroom near D3, D4 (also raid), science (also raid), MC1165, and G14. Observed excessive amounts of lysol/disinfectant sprays in various classrooms. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children. Suggest storing inside cabinets verses on counters. 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).

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Sep 9, 2019 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) −15
Observed tissue and/or paper towels on floors of girls and/or boys restroom in B building and gym. Observed gap in floor tiles in nurse's station restroom. (Caulk or seal gap) Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dust build up on HVAC vents in upstairs restrooms. 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 liquid plug in and disinfectant wipes in wall beside hand sink in class G-28. Observed Goo-Gone stored in reach of children in B5, also a few hand sanitizers around class. Observed aerosol air freshener stored in basket outside bathroom in SAC D3. Observed chlorox disinfectant wipes stored on paper towel dispenser in girls restroom near C1. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children. 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). **NOTE** Garden is overgrown providing a space for harborage of rodents, snakes, etc. Science teacher stated that garden will be cut and weeded as soon as the upcoming weekend.

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Mar 22, 2018 91 / 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) −30
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed floors in boys lavatories in main building near cafeteria and in Building D soiled in need of cleaning.
#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 misc storage directly on floor throughout all classrooms.
#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 2 non-functioning light fixtures in gym in need of repair.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −20
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed large active (Fire Ant) mounds beside side-walks leading from building to building. The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed area left of entrance into hall leading toward cafeteria collecting large amounts of trash debris in need of cleaning. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed numerous areas between buildings having standing water, Observed area right of play ground having standing water in need of attention.

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May 11, 2016 92.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #3. Observed (1) water fountain in B building not working. Repair water fountain in B building. All other water fountains throughout school building were clean and working.****Drinking fountains shall be kept clean . . and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). #5. Replace (1)missing handle on hand washing sink in girls upstairs bathroom. Hand washing sink still operate just missing 1 of 2 handle on sink.****Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). #11. Observed some ants around/near hand washing sink in G11. Address ants around hand washing sink in G11 and anywhere else needed. Clean return air ventilation in gym area. Mr. Robert Wood present at time of inspection.
#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
Repair stall door in upstairs girls bathroom so stall door will properly close. Repair leak on plumbing fixture to toilet in girls bathroom near room C-2. General cleaning of floor in bathroom and bathrooms in B building. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixture in girls bathroom near gym area or repair light fixture. Touch-up paint clean out cover on wall in boys bathroom near cafeteria. 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) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tile in gym storage room. Repair any roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Place ceiling tiles back into place in gym area. Replace missing rubber cove base moulding in gym area. Replace missing vent cover on base of door in gym. Tightly secure wood trimming around glass on media center door. General wiping/cleaning of wall throughout where needed; if needed. Repair damaged floor tile in front of hand washing sink in room B8. 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 on the floor in office storage area, storage closet, etc. Remove storage off the floor. Store items on shelving. 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 · 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 cleaning products/hazardous products not properly stored throughout in classrooms. Store cleaning products/hazardous products locked away or out of reach of children. 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).

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Jan 15, 2015 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 9. Observed shower and restroom floor used for storage in nurse office.Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).Mr. Wood present during inspection.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
Observed window frames with mold growth in C -1 and C-2.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 hazardous items within the reach of children in classroom including disinfecting wipes and sprays.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).

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Feb 27, 2014 89.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Observed no paper towels in G-13 classroom at hand sink.Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).Observed food stored in mens restroom on G 100 hall. Do not store food in restroom.Observed no diaper changing pad, diapers present in G 100 mens restroom room. Recommend using diaper changing pad for diaperingObserved no cleaner or disinfectant present in mens G 100 hall restroom used for special needs toileting.Mr. Landon Green, REHSI, Ms. Angela Garner, REHSI and Ms. Tina Lazo present during inspection.
#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
Observed toilet chair in G 100 hall mens staff restroom collecting residue on underside. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Observed wood boards behind paper towel dispensers in staff and student restrooms in several 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).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
Observed mold collecting on c building classroom windows.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 hazardous items within the reach of children in classrooms throughout facility including plug-in air fresheners, aerosol air fresheners, and disinfecting wipes.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).

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PAW CREEK ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440106). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.