98.5/ 100
GRACE COVENANT ACADEMY
17301 STATESVILLE RD, Cornelius, NC 28031
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440281
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 18, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceFeb 11, 2014
Score history
Feb 11, 2014Higher is betterMar 18, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 18, 2026 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- Facility Director: Kirk Parker and Security Office: John present during inspection.
#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 broken/missing door of one the toilet stall in girl restroom high school need repair. Observed AC vents on ceiling need cleaning in Kindergarten classrooms. Observed water stained on ceiling tiles in K-5 grade hallway in front of the shared restroom, classroom 214, high school hallway. Check to see if there is active leaks, repair if needed. Replace new ceiling tiles. Keep all wall and ceiling clean and in good repair.
Jan 31, 2025 96 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- No point deduction at this time:
#3. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed several water fountains around the building need better cleaning around spouts, crevices. Keep clean.
#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
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed soiled toilet in PreK class 111, men restroom higher school hallway. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean. Observed missing door at one of the stall in women restroom higher school hallway. Repair needed.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed several hand washing in the school building need better cleaning around basin, faucet. Keep clean.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed disrepair soap dispenser in men restroom higher school. No paper towel available at the dispenser in middle/high school common area hand sinks. No paper towels available in both boy and girl locker/restroom middle school hall. Ensure to provide all hand washing supplies at all hand sinks at all times.
Mar 28, 2024 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No point deduction:
#6. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed several stained ceiling tiles in room 236. Check if there is no active leak, repair/replace ceiling tiles.
Head of school: Mr. Rich Landis present during the inspection
#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 soap dispenser is not functioning causing no soap to be available in middle school hallway restroom both women and men, and women restroom hallway downstairs. The dispenser may need batteries or repair. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
May 18, 2023 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 minor stained ceiling tile outside of library. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tile replaced.
*NOTE: Head of School, Christian Deppen, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her at: cdeppen@gracecovenant.org
Aug 23, 2021 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NO VIOLATIONS DURING INSPECTION.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Aug 28, 2020 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: General Comments:
#4. Wipe/clean wall in boys upstair bathroom upon entering.
#7. Remove box and container off the floor in storage room.
**Recommend spacing student desks at least six feet apart in classrooms to allow the recommended social distancing.**
Please contact Shawn Wilson RN,BSN (Mecklenburg County Communicable Disease Nurse) @ 980-314-9208, if you have any COVID-19 questions.
If you can not get in contact with Ms. Wilson, please try extension 9203, 9204 or 9207.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Reapir leaking plumbing fixture under hand washing sink in girls upstairs bathroom. Monitor plumbing fixture under hand washing sink in boys upstairs bathroom. Observed water stain under hand washing sink in 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
Replace damaged electrical outlet covers (2). Repaint wall around/near can wash in custodian closet. Monitor water stained ceiling tiles, repair any roof leaks and replace water stained ceiling tiles.
Oct 4, 2019 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#6) FLOORS, WALLS AND CEILING IN GOOD REPAIR; OBSERVED WATER DAMAGED CEILING TILE INSIDE LIBRARY AND INSIDE CLASSROOM #239 IN NEED OF REPAIR.
#11) PROPER STORAGE OF HAZARDOUS PRODUCTS; OBSERVED CHEMICAL WIPES AND SPRAYS STORED ACCESSIBLE TO CHILDREN INSIDE RESTROOM IN CLASSROOM #126. (GREAT IMPROVEMENT OBSERVED).
#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 vents inside classrooms (#130), Inside group restrooms in need of cleaning.
Nov 14, 2018 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#4
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilet seat loose in need of repair in group restroom (girls).
Head of School; Mrs. Goodwin present during inspecton.
#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 chemicals not in use stored accessible to children in classrooms #236, #235; chemicals when not in use store according to label (lock and key to render inaccessible).
Oct 25, 2017 94 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Kim present during inspection today.
#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 ceiling tiles dusty in 3rd grade classroom. Observed stained ceiling tiles in 1st grade classroom. REPEAT VIOLATION
#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 disinfectant wipes stored within reach of students, on counter top at handsink in 2nd grade room.
Jan 8, 2016 94.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Repeat non-compliance: Observed ceiling tiles stained throughout facility.
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) −40
Repeat non-compliance: Observed dust collecting on vent throughout facility.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Jan 14, 2015 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: 6. Observed stained ceiling tiles in art classroom.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.Ms. Kim Goodwin present during inspection.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed vents collecting dust in hallways throughout upstairs.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 11, 2014 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: 8. Observed dust collecting on vents in winner circle room and bathroom.All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).Improvement from previous inspection.Mr. Harpman present during inspection.
#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 classrooms throughout facility.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).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “GRACE COVENANT ACADEMY” or State ID 2060440281). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.