98.5/ 100
CHARLES H PARKER ACADEMIC CENTER
1546 WALTON RD, Charlotte, NC 28208
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440284
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedDec 17, 2025
Inspections on record10
On record sinceMar 21, 2014
Score history
Mar 21, 2014Higher is betterDec 17, 2025
Inspections & violations
Dec 17, 2025 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 stained ceiling tiles in music room B-8, C-3, C-2, adn outside C-5.
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 middle water fountain upstairs with low pressure. Needs to be adjusted.
#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 spray, wipes, and aerosols labeled “keep out of reach of children” stored accessible to children in classrooms throughout. Observed custodial closets containing chemicals unlocked. Observed aerosol in unlocked teachers bathrooms. Toxic materials shall be stored to prevent health hazards.
Nov 2, 2023 94 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed build up on back of spout guard on water fountains close to cafeteria and at the beginning of A hall. Needs cleaning.
#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 build up on bathroom sinks in boys and girls bathrooms on B hall and C hall. 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 A-2, Nurses office, music room, and in 122. Needs replacement. Check for leaks.
#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 Lysol aerosol spray stored accessible to students in 122, in B-11, in music room, and art room. Observed Lysol cleaner and bleaches stored on counter accessible to students in room A-11. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards.
Oct 26, 2022 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −30
Observed handwashing spring load faucet only running for 1 second in room A-6 and the spring load faucet not turning off in room A-8. Needs to be repaired.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Mar 19, 2021 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted:#8-- Observed dust on vents in gym. Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required. Inspected completed with Mr. Beck.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed build up in water fountain mouthpiece on water fountains near B3.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (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 glade air freshener on small table at door in A7, Lysol spray on shelf in B3, Lysol wipes at door B6, on desk B7, chlorox wipes at door in C10, at dry erase board in C9. Keep all hazardous items stored out of reach of children. Follow warnings/directions on containers/packages.
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).
May 20, 2019 90 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: ***NOTE** Observed insects in hall near lounge and in staff restroom. Concern of roaches and fruit flies from anonymous staff. Did not observe roaches or fruit flies at time. Spoke to custodian about pest control. Stated that school has regular pest treament/prevention.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed water fountain with pink residue around spout on A hall and black residue on B hall.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). REPEAT.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed stained ceiling tile across from cafeteria, MC354, and MC188. Observed stained carpet in media center and missing/damaged floor tile in MC188. 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
Observed disinfectant wipes stored in reach of children in Media center, A8, B14, and testing class on C hall. Keep all hazardous items stored away/ 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).
Oct 9, 2017 92 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment:
#4. Observed (1) toilet covered and out of order sign on toilet in boys bathroom on B hall. Repair toilet. Clean door to bathroom in modular units that are not being used. Clean vents in both girls and boys bathroom on A hall.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 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).
#7. Observed storage in bathrooms within classrooms. Highly recommend removing any and all storage from bathroom area.--->can prevent an outbreak before it happens!
#8. Provide cover for pencil sharpeners or remove sharpeners from wall.
#11. Clean overgrown flower/garden beds in center courtyard and near bus parking lot. Remove protruding piping from hillside leading down ramp heading down to the playground area. Clean vegetative growth from roof area of school building between the media center and gym/cafeteria. Cut vegetative growth from handrailing leading out to modular unit. Address wasp nest in speaker under walk way at main entrance.----> not sure if wasp are present.***The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed cracks and crevices on mouth guards on water fountains on B and C hall soiled. Thoroughly clean cracks and crevices on mouth guards on water fountains. Clean handle area of water fountain near cafeteria and A hall.
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 some debris in sinks in within classroom areas. Thoroughly clean hand washing sink basin in classrooms. Thoroughly clean area around faucet fixture on hand washing sink in boys and girls bathroom on C hall and A hall. Repair hand washing sink in girls bathroom on A hall so water will turn off. Repair spring loaded faucet fixture on hand washing sink in A2 bathroom and A12. Repair edge of counter top in boys bathroom in outside modular bathroom that is not being used.
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
Touch-up paint throughout in classrooms where needed. Replace damaged floor tile in 122. Repair any roof or HVAC leaks in B hall near bathroom, B2, B1 and cafeteria; then replace water stained ceiling tile. Clean walls in gym and cafeteria area.
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
Observed cleaning products(409, disinfectant spray, disinfectant wipes, hand sanitizer) not properly stored throughout in classrooms on B, C and A hall. Store cleaning products out of reach of children or locked away.
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).
Jan 8, 2016 90 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment- No Points Deducted! #3. Clean water nozzle on (1) water fountain on B hall all other water fountains throughout entire school and modular unit were cleaned.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). #5. Observed missing handle on (1)faucet fixture in boys bathroom on A hall. Replace missing handle on hand washing sink faucet fixture.**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). #10. Observed missing drain plug in base of dumpster. Replace missing drain plug on dumpster. Ms. Ruthie Froneberger 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) −35
Observed walls and doors in outside modular bathrooms soiled. Thoroughly clean bathrooms doors and area around/near light switch and paper towel dispensers in bathrooms. Replace blown light bulb in light fixture or repair light fixture in boys bathroom located on C hall and boys bathroom in outside modular unit. Clean ceiling ventilation in bathrooms within classrooms on A hall. General Comment: Tightly secure flooring behind toilet in girls bathroom located in outside modular unit. 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
Observed walls soiled in gym and cafeteria area. Thoroughly clean lower section of wall in cafeteria and gym area. Observed area around door handle to gym and library soiled. Thoroughly clean doors around door handles. Observed water stained/damaged ceiling tile near doors in hallway leading out to the bus parking lot. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained/damaged ceiling tiles. Thoroughly clean floor in art storage room.
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 LIGHTS AND LIGHT FIXTURES THROUGHOUT IN CLASSROOMS NOT PROPERLY WORKING. EITHER REPLACE LIGHT BULBS NOT WORKING OR REPAIR/REPLACE LIGHT FIXTURES. Wipe/dust top of cabinet fixtures, smart board projectors, smart board wall braces and window blinds throughout in classrooms.
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 hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray and wipes not properly stored in classroom area. Store hand sanitizer, disinfectant spray and wipes out of reach of children or locked away. Store (1) bottle of hand sanitizer within general area of teacher desk so teacher can supervise children when getting hand sanitizer. Observed carts of cleaning product stored in bathroom within classroom on A 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).
Mar 4, 2015 86.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: . General Comment: #3.Clean front of water fountain on hallway near office. Lower water pressure on taller water fountain near cafeteria and A hall.**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). #8. Observed top of cabinet, smart boards, smart board projectors and televisions dusty throughout in some rooms. Clean/dust top of tall fixtures. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixture in C-12 and A-7.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b). Remove broken chair from playground area. Discard and replace damaged green chair in reading center located in room A-7. Mr. Rodriguez 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) −50
Observed toilets soiled in boys and girls bathroom on B hall, in room A-2, A-6 and A-10 bathrooms. Thoroughly clean toilets in bathrooms. Observed blown light bulbs in light fixture in boys bathroom located on C hall and in girls modular unit bathroom. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixture. Observed wall and floor soiled in bathroom located on A hall. Observed ventilation soiled in bathrooms located within bathrooms on the A hall. REPAIR BROKEN WATER LINE SUPPLYING WATER TO MODULAR UNIT BATHROOM! Bathrooms were locked at time of inspection. THOROUGHLY CLEAN TOILETS IN MODULAR UNITS ONCE WATER IS REPAIRED! 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) −30
Observed hand washing sink soiled around faucet fixture on B hall. Clean area around faucet fixture on hand washing sink. Observed spring loaded hand washing sink in room A-7 with short run time. Replace missing laminate on counter top in girls bathroom located in modular unit or paint bare press wood/ particle board. Caulk/seal loose laminate on counter top in boys bathroom located in modular unit. REPAIR BROKEN WATER LINE SUPPLYING WATER TO MODULAR UNIT BATHROOMS! 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 throughout in classrooms around trash can area. Clean wall under computer desk in classrooms on B and C hall. Replace broken wall tiles in Whistle Stop storage room. Observed water stain on light shield in room C-12. Monitor and repair any roof leaks. Water stains should not be on light shield! Monitor water stained ceiling tile in C-9 and repair any roof leaks if needed. Observed ceiling tile near sprinkler head in room C-5 with microbial growth present. Repair leak on sprinkler system or repair roof leak. Observed crack along corner of wall in room C-4. Seal crack along corner of wall. Repair lower section of wall in modular unit MC188 and MC59. Repair floor in modular unit MC59. Floor is damaged near door in modular unit. 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 flex room, whistle stop, B-12 and gym storage. Store items on shelving or arrange storage to facilitate cleaning of 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.
#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 not properly stored in art room, A-2, A-10, A-12 and MC354. Observed raid bug spray in room MC354. Teacher informed me that modular unit contains roaches. Have exterminator contracted through school system to come out and address any bug issue! Recommend not having teacher to use bug spray in classroom area due to children with breathing/asthma issue. Store chemicals locked away or out of reach of children. Out of reach of children is not under cabinet area under hand washing sink within the classroom area. 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).
Mar 21, 2014 84.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Repair (1) broken water fountain on A hall.**Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Nail down protruding pins on black border around playground equipment. Nail in protruding nail on wooden railing leading to modular units. Observed water spots on ceiling tiles throughout school building----> repair any roof leaks if needed! Monitor and replace cracked floor tiles on expansion joint located on C hall. Mr. Rodriguez(head custodian) 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) −35
Observed damaged flooring and dirty door in modular unit bathrooms. Flooring is separating from wall. Repair floor in bathrooms. Clean door to restroom. Observed loose toilet seat in A,B and C hall common bathroom and bathrooms within classrooms. Build up of old urine on underside of urinals in modular restrooms. Tighten loose toilet seats and thoroughly clean urinals.**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) −50
Observed spring loaded faucet on handsink not properly operating. Spring loaded faucet should operate for 15 seconds or longer. Observed handsinks in classroom and bathrooms with no paper towels. Provide soap and paper towels at all handsinks at all times!**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).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed light fixture in classrooms, cafeteria and hallways with blown light bulbs. Replace blown light bulbs throughout school building. Observed dusty fixtures(smart board projector, top of smart board screens, cabinet, blinds, filing cabinet, television). Observed dusty ventilation in classroom and bathrooms. Clean ventilation throughout. Tightly secure ceiling ventilation in classroom B8.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#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 plastic bag being used as a drain plug in dumpster. Provide a drain plug for dumpster and remove plastic bag or replace dumpster. KEEP DUMPSTER DOOR CLOSED AT ALL TIMES! Today about six inches of water standing in base of empty dumpster.**Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).
#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, all purpose cleaner, disinfectant spray not properly stored throughout in different classrooms. Keep hazardous products locked away!.**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 “CHARLES H PARKER ACADEMIC CENTER” or State ID 2060440284). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.