89/ 100
PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL
1800 PINEVILLE-MATTHEWS RD, Charlotte, NC 28270
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440115
Latest result89 / 100
Last inspectedOct 13, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceFeb 20, 2014
Score history
Feb 20, 2014Higher is betterOct 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Oct 13, 2026 89 / 100 · 5 violations
#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 fountains with too low pressure outside of 215, 216, and in cafeteria. Needs adjustment. REPEAT.
General Comment:
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountain in cafeteria in need of cleaning. Observed rusting and leaking water fountain in girls sport locker room. Needs repair/cleaning.
#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)
General Comment:
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
Observed 2 toilets out of order in boys mobile bathroom. Observed 1 toilet out of order in girls gym bathroom. The plumbers were onsite upon arrival to school repairing a back up in the boys mall bathroom.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −40
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
Observed hand dryer not operating in boys sport locker room, in girls pool locker room, and in one girls upstairs bathroom. Needs repair. REPEAT.
General Comment:
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Observed 2 sinks not operating in girls mall bathroom.
#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 damaged floor tile in one of the gym mobile classrooms. Observed stained/damaged ceiling tiles in the gym mobiles, gym, cafeteria, 122, 108, 118,133, weight room, gym storage room, and some other areas. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired/replaced. Observed damage to rubber coating on stairs. Needs repaired. REPEAT.
#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 2 showers leaking in the girls sport locker room and the shower head and handle of one with heavy build up. Needs cleaning/repair.
General comment:
Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
Observed green build up on the floor in the girls sport locker room showers. Needs cleaning.
Sep 23, 2025 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 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 with low pressure outside 215. Observed water fountain with too high pressure outside 112. Needs adjustment.
#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 hand dryers not operating in first floor girls and boys bathrooms.
#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 building. Observed wall cracking in auditorium mens bathroom. Observed floor tile damage in mobile 310. Needs repair. REPEAT.
Oct 31, 2024 95 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian, Dawn Locklear, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Dawn1.locklear@cms.k12.nc.us
Tracey.harrill@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 1 toilet out of order in girls restroom on lower 100 hallway. A work order has been submitted to have issue repaired.
#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 a few stained ceiling tiles within school building. Observed a few ceiling tiles missing throughout school building. Observed some baseboards missing in shower stalls in girls locker room.
#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 1 shower nozzle missing from a shower stall in girls locker room. Observed minor cleaning needed to both girls and boys shower rooms.
Jul 20, 2023 96 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian, Mr. Jeff, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and principal at the following:
Jeffery.cox@cms.k12.nc.us
Tracey.harrill@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 several minor stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout school building. EHS advises facility to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
#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) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a). Observed detailed cleaning needed to flooring in locker rooms (custodial staff is actively working to clean school for start of new school year, showers will be throughly cleaned before school starts back). Observed some baseboards missing in girls locker room shower area.
#11 · PREMISES: MISCELLANEOUS: Premises neat, clean 30#; no vector breeding or harborage 20#; pesticides and other toxic materials properly handled and stored 30* (.2415) −10
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed several dead and alive cockroaches sporadically throughout school building.
Jan 10, 2022 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 several classrooms and on 100 hall (114-127), stained and cracked/torn ceiling tile in gymnasium, missing ceiling tile in gymnasium storage room. Observed stained ceiling tile and what appeared to be water stains running down the wall in classroom 115. Observed floor grout in classroom 129's modified toilet needs to be replaced. Observed loose wall borders at the base of the wall. Repair or replace ceiling tiles throughout.
***REPEAT***
#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) −10
Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a). Observed serratia marcescens (pink biofilm) in shower in girls locker room. Increase cleaning frequency or clean when visibly dirty.
Sep 21, 2020 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: **NOTE**
*Ensure all hazardous items are stored out of the reach of the children before students return from virtual learning.
*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).
Report emailed to: cynthia.caudle@cms.k12.nc.us; tracey.harrill@cms.k12.nc.us
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed stained ceiling tiles in classes and in hallways of the upstairs hall and in a few classes on the 1st floor. (The roof is currently being worked on.) Replace tiles and continue repairing the issues.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Oct 30, 2019 89 / 100 · 5 violations
#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). Turn down water pressure at drinking fountain in gym lobby and girls locker room; water hits the floor. Replace on/off cover on switch on drinking fountain.
#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
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed missing stall door in girls toilet on the first floor. Tighten loose toilet seat in the gymnasium boys toilet.
#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 missing and loose wall tile in classroom 405. Observed a hole in the ceiling tile in classroom 405. Observed dirty carpet in front office. Observed big gap in ceiling tiles in the gymnasium storage room.
#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 storage on the floor in the several storage rooms.
#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). Replace lighting in the second floor hall storage room. Light flashes and turn off.
Sep 6, 2018 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Last limited food establishment (LFE) permit was deleted on 12/31/15. School concession stand is not allowed to handle, cook or serve food without a food service permit from Mecklenburg County Environmental Health. School concession stand need to cease the handling, cooking and serving of food products until permit is obtained. School can only serve and sell prepackaged foods until permit is obtained.
#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 toilets in need of regrouting around the bottom base during the inspection.
**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 water stained ceiling tiles on the math hallway, in classroom 213 and in the stairwell near the camera. Needs to be replaced and ensure that leaks are not on-going.
**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) −15
Observed bucket seats sitting behind dumpster area. Needs to be removed to reduce harborage areas for pests.
**Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Mar 13, 2017 90.5 / 100 · 4 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed dust on ceililg tiles in health trailers. Observed rust on ceiling structure in MC309. Observed bulging/water damaged ceiling tiles in 134-140 hallway.
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 dust on vents in classrooms 224 and 216. Observed dust on vent in girls locker room near office in pool area.
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) −45
Observed ceiling damage in girls locker room (pool). Observed rust on fixtures in showers in boys locker room (pool).
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).
#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
Observed chlorox wipes or disinfectant/cleaners out in nurses office and classrooms 212, 211 and 129.
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 2, 2016 90.5 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water pressure too high and splatters onto floor, near room 214.
**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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed moldy ceiling tiles in room 213 and hall near head custodian's office. Dusty vents in locker rooms. Stained ceiling tiles in custodian closet on 2nd floor, main hall near office, Damaged floor tiles near wall in room 135. Floors need cleaning in corners and behind/around carts and other classroom obstacles.
**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) −40
Observed broken faucet handle and shower wand in girl's LR. Scale and rust buildup on shower heads. Moldy ceiling tiles in girl's locker room. Sinks rusted and need more detail cleaning in girl's locker room.
**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).
#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 doors open. Keep dumpster doors closed.
**Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).
Feb 9, 2015 82 / 100 · 7 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Repeat Non-compliance: Observed fountains with residue build-up in lobby area of the gym.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) −40
-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed damaged stall partitions in restrooms on several halls and gym. (Swelling/Bulging at the bottom of the partitions.)-Observed multiple broken toilet paper dispensers in the girl's mobile restroom.-Observed toilet paper wads on the ceiling of the girl's restroom in the gym.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).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 stained and moldy ceiling in girls restroom- Math hall, rooms 105, 230, gym, Media center storage room, and Gym storage room.-Observed missing or broken ceiling tiles Dance room, Gym storage, and custodial closet.-Observed baseboard missing or peeling from the wall in the Dance room and room 405.**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 floor in some of the storage closets.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#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) −30
-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed scale build up on shower heads in the locker rooms (including. coaches Locker Room), and several dripped or did not shut off.-Observed the ceiling peeling in the boy's locker room.**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
#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) −10
Repeat Non-Compliance: The dumpster doors and lids open.Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).Ms. Cynthia Caudle present during inspection.Report emailed to cynthia.caudle@cms.k12.nc.us
#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, windex, disinfectant wipes, and/or unlabeled bottle of chemical in 126, 105, 310, 309, and two of mobiles .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 20, 2014 84 / 100 · 7 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Cynthia Caudle present during inspection.GC #10: Observed dumpster dooor open and one dumpster missing it's drain plug.**Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).GC #11: Observed one 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).
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed fountains with residue build-up in lobby area and girls smaller locker room. Water pressure too high in girls smaller locker room.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).**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) −20
Observed burns on toilet seats in girls bathroom across from room 108. Damaged stall partitions in boys bathroom across from room 122.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35
Observed many of the older faucets throughout school corroded. Some sinks not cleaned properly around the fixture. Several broken paper towel dispensers or paper towels were jammed. Sliced soap dispensers in boys bathroom across from room 122.**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 stained or moldy ceiling tiles in girls bathroom across from room 122, EC office, room 102, room 108. Missing ceiling tiles in custodial closet next to room 127. Damaged baseboard in boys bathroom, across from room 108.**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 floor in bookery and other closets.**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed several dusty window areas, mini blinds, vents and HVAC units throughout school.**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) −40
Observed all locker rooms (incl. coaches LR) with scale build up on shower heads, and several dripped or did not shut off.**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PROVIDENCE HIGH SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440115). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.