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98.5/ 100

DRUID HILLS ELEMENTARY

2801 LUCENA ST, Charlotte, NC 28206
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440271
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedAug 6, 2026
Inspections on record13
On record sinceDec 13, 2013

Score history

7085100 Dec 13, 2013: 91.5Aug 6, 2014: 90Jan 28, 2016: 88.5Jul 27, 2017: 91.5Aug 22, 2018: 93.5Oct 3, 2019: 93Feb 9, 2021: 95Dec 20, 2021: 97.5Oct 20, 2022: 97.5Nov 6, 2023: 95Oct 30, 2024: 97Oct 10, 2025: 98.5Aug 6, 2026: 98.5
Dec 13, 2013Higher is betterAug 6, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 6, 2026 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tile near back exit, art room and computer room. Observed dust build up on tiles in the music room. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Oct 10, 2025 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following: Observed dead bugs in the light shields 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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles on C-Hall, B2 and Media Center. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Oct 30, 2024 97 / 100 · 1 violation
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 low water pressure at water fountain in annex music room. Needs adjustment. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained tile in media center. No points taken due to improvements.
#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). EHS observed disinfectant wipes/aerosols/essential oils or other toxic materials labeled “keep out of reach of children” stored accessible to children inB18, B1, B7, A2, and A11. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards.

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Nov 6, 2023 95 / 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 main hall outside bathrooms, first floor main hall stair well, outside A hall bathrooms, and in nurses office. Observed rusty ceiling in boys A hall bathroom. Needs repair. REPEAT.
#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 art room storage on floor in B hall. Observed storage on the floor in gym storage room. Needs to be stored 15 inches off the floor or arranged to permit thorough cleaning. REPEAT.

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Oct 20, 2022 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS: #8. 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 in light shields sporadically throughout school building. *NOTE: Head Custodian, Ms. Brown, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and Principal at the following: lachelle.brown@cms.k12.nc.us carlag.mathis@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 stained ceiling tiles in classroom A18 and the stairwell.
#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 storage rooms throughout and in storage room B6.

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Dec 20, 2021 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 on "C" hallway near stairwell. EHS advises facility to ensure no active leak is occurring and to replaced stained ceiling tiles.
#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 floor in teacher workroom in library and other teacher work spaces throughout school. EHS advises facility to organize storage stored on floor in such a way that allots proper cleaning. *NOTE: Head Custodian Ms. Brown was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and Principal, Dr. Mathis, at the following: lachelle.brown@cms.k12.nc.us carlag.mathis@cms.k12.nc.us

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Feb 9, 2021 95 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles during inspection, work orders already in place. Observed stairs to second level beginning to chip and peel. **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
Observed storage closet on the second floor with many boxes stored on the floor. **All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.

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Oct 3, 2019 93 / 100 · 3 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in rooms B-19, B-11, B-7, B-55, A-1, A-10, C-8, C-30, Media Center and Tele/Comm closet. Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and replace tiles. Observed rubber covering on steps of gym in need of repairing. Observed dead insects in the electrical closet on B-Hall. **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 stored on the floor in the Media Center, room A-4, C-8 and storage closet on C-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 droppings in the cabinets in rooms C-17, C-26 and Health Room. Observed roach in room C-17 cabinet. Ensure that droppings are cleaned up and pest management is contacted. **There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed chemicals within reach of children in room A-10, C-30 and C-26. Items were placed within cabinets during inspection. **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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Aug 22, 2018 93.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: ***Note*** Modulars removed from premises. Construction taking place for new building that will be used for classrooms.
#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 water stained ceiling tile at entrance of boys restroom on A hall and wall damage beside toilet in last stall of boys restroom on C hall. Observed toilet unflushed in boys restroom on A 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).
#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 stored in reach if children in classes A19, C15, Band, and nurses office. Please 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).

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Jul 27, 2017 91.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #8. Wipe/dust top of wall mounted cabinets. Tightly secure loose handles on cabinet doors. Replace broken window blind throughout in classrooms where needed. Clean light shield over light fixture in MC389.**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. Cut vegetative growth from around playground borders, fence line and chillers.
#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
Replace broken toilet seat in girls gang bathroom on 2nd floor. Repair out of order toilets in boys bathroom in boys bathroom on 2nd floor. General wiping/cleaning of stall fixtures in bathroom. Clean underside of wall urinals and base of toilets in gang bathrooms on 2nd floor on A and C hall. Clean toilet paper from ceiling in boys gang bathroom on A and C hall. Replace broken base tile cove molding in bathrooms on A hall. Repaint wall near soap dispenser in modular unit bathroom. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCC 18A .2408 (d). 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 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Repair front of hand washing sink counter top in boys bathroom in modular unit. Thoroughly clean area around faucet fixtures on hand washing sink in both girls and boys bathroom in modular unit. Observed area around faucet fixtures soiled. Secure faucet fixture to sink in B1 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
Replace damaged floor tile in gym area and in stairway area. Monitor and repair gap along base of wall and floor in B8. Repair any roof or HVAC leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tile in B11, near elevator on first floor, C30 and MC389. Have someone to address water stained ceiling tiles in MC389 as soon as possible. Microbial growth observed on ceiling tiles and moisture observed in and on light shield near ceiling tile in MC389. Clean wall in stairway area. Repaint hand railing in stairway area. Repair corners of walls and repaint throughout in classrooms on A and C hall. Repair wall above wall mounted book shelving in A7. Patch hole in wall near exit door in A7 and repaint
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Provide additional shelving in storage rooms so items can be stored off the floor in storage room located at end of A hall and on B and C 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) −10
Observed roaches in girls and boys gang bathroom on second floor. Please have school exterminated to address roach issue as soon as possible and continue to spray to address roach issue. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).

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Jan 28, 2016 88.5 / 100 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #8. Tighten loose and missing handles on cabinet doors within classrooms. Repair damaged doors on cabinets in rooms. Wipe/dust top of cabinets and smart board projectors and projector braces. **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. Observed (1) can of air freshener not properly stored in MC717. Store toxic substance, cleaning products and air freshener 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). Mr. Alston present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed (1) water nozzle soiled on water fountain 2nd and 3rd grade hall. Observed (3) mouth guards on water fountain soiled on 4th-8th grade hall. Thoroughly clean water fountains. Improvement made on cleaning water fountains since last inspection. 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) −35
Clean walls throughout in bathrooms. Clean toilet paper from ceiling in bathrooms. Thoroughly clean stall walls and walls in outside modular unit bathrooms(boys and girls). Repair out of order toilet in girls bathroom near gym area. Thoroughly clean base of toilets and underside of wall urinals in bathroom. Repaint lower section of wall in boys bathroom on 4-8 hall in last stall fixture and in B-19 bathroom. General cleaning of floors in bathrooms where needed. 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). 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) −15
Thoroughly clean area around handle/faucet fixture on hand washing sinks in gang bathrooms and bathrooms within classrooms. Observed area around handle/faucet fixtures soiled. Observed rust around handsink basin and faucet fixtures on hand washing sinks in modular unit. Replace rusting faucet fixture and rusting basin on hand wash sinks. Replace missing/damaged laminate on front of hand washing sink counter in boys modular unit bathroom. 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
Clean walls and floor throughout in rooms. Touch-up paint/repaint throughout in rooms. Observed water stained ceiling in corner of cafeteria and in stairway at far end of 4-8 hall. Repair any roof leaks and replace water stained ceiling tile in stair way area and repaint corner of ceiling in cafeteria. Replace damaged tile on stairs in stairway. Patch hole on lower section of wall in stairway at far end and repaint. Replace(1) missing floor tile at entrance to modular unit MC717. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Clean floor in cabinet area under hand washing sink in classrooms. Repair wall in can wash area located in custodian closet on C hall. 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
Clean and organize both book/storage room on 4-8 hall. Clean floor in storage rooms and under cabinet storage area in classrooms. All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#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 trash dumpster overflowing with bags of trash and lid could not be closed. Increase the frequency of days dumpster is being emptied to eliminate the overflow issue! Solid waste containers shall be kept clean, in good repair, and emptied when full, but not less than once a week. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (b).

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Aug 6, 2014 90 / 100 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #8. Observed loose handles and hinge on cabinet doors in classrooms. Tightly secure loose handle and hinges on cabinet doors. General wiping/ dusting of computer and high fixtures.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Mr. Larry Austin present at time of inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed mouth guard on water fountain soiled. Thoroughly clean mouth guard on water fountain.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) −15
Observed walls soiled in bathrooms(modular unit). General cleaning of walls in bathroom in main building. Clean paper towel from ceiling in bathrooms. Observed loose metal strip on base of stall wall in boys bathroom(modular unit). Tightly secure metal strip on base of stall wall.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).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
Observed two hand sink in bathroom located on C hallway missing handles. Repair faucet fixture on hand sinks. Observed (1) classroom missing paper towel at hand sink in classroom. Provide soap and paper towels at all hand sink at all times! Observed backs plash separating from hand sink counter top in classroom. Caulk/seal back splash to counter top. Observed laminate missing/damaged on hand washing sink counter in modular bathroom. Either replace damaged laminate or paint bare wood surface. 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
Clean walls throughout where needed. Touch-up paint wall where needed. Observed damaged floor tiles on stairs in stairwell. Replace damaged floor tiles. Observed water stained ceiling tiles in different classrooms. Since roof leaks have been repaired; replace water stained ceiling tiles. Observed door sweep missing on base of doors leading to exterior of building. Replace missing door sweep to prevent insects from entering into building.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 storage rooms and cabinet area under hand sink in classrooms. Remove storage off the floor and store items on shelving or dunage racks,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) −10
Observed wasp and wasp nest in open end of pole on swing located on 1st and pre k playground. Kill wasp, remove wasp nest and cap off open end of pole. Observed loose gutter on front and side of school building. Repair gutters and clean out gutters to prevent mosquito breeding places and to prevent water from pooling at base of foundation of building.There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).

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Dec 13, 2013 91.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 5. Observed no soap in the boy's restroom on the B Hall.Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).Mr. Austin present.
#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-Complince: Observed soiled toilet seats. **Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).-Observed handsink knobs missing in the boy's restroom on the B Hall and in the upstairs restroom.-Observed the spring loaded faucets in the mobile restrooms with short running times. Ensure spring loaded faucets run for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate in proper handwashing. -Observed paper towel dispensers in disrepair in B1 and B19. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).-Observed non-absorbant ceiling tiles in the boy's & girl's restrooms upstairs. **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
Repeat Non-Compliance:-Observed a water stained ceiling tile in the girl restroom upstairs.-Observed water stained ceiling tile in the media center.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
Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed hazardous items in several of the classrooms such as air fresheners, aerosol disinfectants, Lysol, cleaners, Raid, Roach chemicals, disinfectant wipes, etc.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 “DRUID HILLS ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440271). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.