95.5/ 100
ELIZABETH LANE ELEMENTARY
121 ELIZABETH LN, Matthews, NC 28105
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440204
Latest result95.5 / 100
Last inspectedApr 15, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceFeb 20, 2014
Score history
Feb 20, 2014Higher is betterApr 15, 2026
Inspections & violations
Apr 15, 2026 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted:
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 stored within reach of children. Items are labeled “Keep out of Reach of children” and should be stored as labeled to prevent health hazards.
#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 one handsinks in each of the boys bathrooms next to 500 and 600 hall is not operable. Needs 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 stained or missing ceiling tiles in the cafeteria, room 709, and 600 hallway. Needs repair. REPEAT.
Mar 13, 2025 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE : Head Custodian, Mr.Potts, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Crystal.lail@cms.k12.nc.us (Principal)
Tyrone1.potts@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 minor cleaning needed to water fountain drinking nozzles sporadically throughout school building. Clean.
#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 on rear hallway near exit door by library. Repair/Replace.
Mar 7, 2024 94 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Head Custodian, Mr. Tyrone Potts, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and Principal at the following:
Tyrone1.potts@cms.k12.nc.us
Crystal.lail@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 several stained ceiling tiles sporadically throughout school building. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
#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 boxes of paper stored on the floor in teacher workrooms throughout school building.
#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 dead insects inside of light shields sporadically throughout school building.
Mar 20, 2023 93 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: #3-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 one water fountain with low water pressure, closest to exit door to modular classrooms.
Mr. Potts 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) −20
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 dirty baseboards and walls in children’s bathrooms throughout
#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. Repeat- Observed stained ceiling tiles or missing ceiling tiles from roof leaks throughout school. Some ceiling tiles with microbial growth, replace these tiles. Replace others when roof has been repaired.
#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 dusty vent in MC457. Many light fixtures with dead insects in covers.
Feb 5, 2021 95.5 / 100 · 2 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 the push faucets in room 402 and in R986 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).
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: Observed stained ceiling tile on the 500 hall, microbial growth on the ceiling in both R516 restrooms, and a broken window in room 710. Repair.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Report emailed to: crystal.lail@cms.k12.nc.us; tyrone1.potts@cms.k12.nc.us; wanda1.cummings@cms.k12.nc.us
Sep 6, 2019 94 / 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
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed loose edging/backsplash around the sink; rust around sinks, and sinks in need of recorking around base of backsplash in RR986 boys toilet. Observed sink in need of recorking in girls toilet in RR986. Observed out of order sign on mobile unit R516, maintenance has a workorder in place for repairs.
Observed trashcan in the hall to catch water leaking from the ceiling in hall 800, maintenance has a workorder in place for repairs.
Second toilet next to hall 800 won't flush a workorder has been requested. Exit door in 800 hall is adjar and will not completely fasten.
#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 stains on ceiling in Rm #510 and 300 Hall. Maintenance has put in a workorder for repairs. Observed peeling ceiling in MC746. Observed loose tile in RM #605 toilet.
Feb 21, 2018 91.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #11--Observed chlorox wipes stored in reach of children in restroom in 611 and in 701. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children.
Escorted by Larry Davis.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed leak under water fountain in mobile units.
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) −30
Observed counters damaged in restrooms in mobile unit. Observed toilets needing to be flushed in boys restroom near Gym.
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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tile near C hall and exit door. Observed chipping paint at doors on 500 and 600 hall at courtyard exits. Observed broken floor tile near office on hall heading to cafeteria. Observed missing ceiling tile on 400 hall. Observed water stained ceiling tile near file cabinet in T-12.
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 HVAC leaking in hallway on C hall.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Feb 4, 2016 92 / 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 toilet and urinal out of order in boy's bathroom 400/500. Broken baseboard tiles in boy's bathroom 200/300 hall. Urinal not working boy's bathroom 200/300 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 sink not working, girl's bathroom 200/300 hall. Loose faucet fixtures in boy's bathroom 200/300, boy's 600/700 hall, adult bathroom 400/500 hall, and girl's 400/500 hall Sink not working in room 509. Corroded sink faucet fixtures throughout school. Vanity damage in girl's modular bathroom. Short run times (<15 seconds) on push button faucets throughout school.
**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 broken floor tiles in hallways. Observed stained ceiling tiles in multiple locations. Moldy ceiling tiles in room 703. Wallpaper peeling off wall in room 510. Cracked window caulking in MC56. Moisture damaged paint at windows music room and room 610.
Nov 19, 2014 89 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 5. Observed missing knob on 1 of the 2 handsinks in the girl's restroom on the main hall. Observed vanities in boy's & girl's mobile restrooms in disrepair. Observed the spring loaded faucets in the mobile restrooms staying on less than 15 seconds. Ensure all spring loaded faucets stay on for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).Mr. Sosa present during the inspection.Report emailed to sherri1.mcwhirter@cms.k12.nc.us
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed water fountains with pink build-up around nozzles.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed floor tiles cracked throughout school. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout school. Observed broken baseboards in main hall boys bathroom. Observed cracked brick walls on the 400 hall and in room 405. Observed wallpaper peeling in room 510.**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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed storage on floor in bathroom used as storage room, 400/500 hall.**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 hazardous items including disinfectant wipes, aerosol sprays, and/or cleaners in rooms 301, 405, 510, and 611.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 90.5 / 100 · 6 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains with pink build-up around nozzles.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed corroded sink fixtures on sinks throughout school.**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 floor tiles cracked throughout school. Observed stained ceiling tiles throughout school. Stained carpeting throughout school, and loose (rippled) carpeting in MC458. Broken baseboards in 400 hall boys bathroom. Ceiling tiles missing in 500 hall custodial closet.**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 bathroom used as storage room, 400/500 hall.**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 cobwebs in window MC931. Dusty 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).
#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 stress cracks on exterior of building, broken pipes from gutters.**The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean and in good repair at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).**Mr. Acner Sosa present during inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “ELIZABETH LANE ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440204). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.