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MINT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL
11501 IDLEWILD RD, Mint Hill, NC 28105
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440300
Latest result98 / 100
Last inspectedNov 24, 2025
Inspections on record10
On record sinceApr 7, 2014
Score history
Apr 7, 2014Higher is betterNov 24, 2025
Inspections & violations
Nov 24, 2025 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Staff stated the trailers are no longer in use and are scheduled to be removed.
#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 multiple of the white toilet seats chipping throughout. Needs replacement.
Nov 22, 2024 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #3. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observe mouth guard broken to 1 water fountain stored outside of boys locker room.
#5. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed 1 handle missing to spring loaded faucet in girls locker room
*NOTE: Head Custodian, Ms. Green was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Sedarad.green@cms.k12.nc.us
Nakia.gamble@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 brown staining under water fountains located on 6th grade hallway.
#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
Adequate facilities for storage of clothes and other personal items shall be provided and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (e). Observed shoulder pads stored in 1 shower stall in boys locker room.
Oct 18, 2023 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 tissue stuck to ceiling in girls restroom on 8th grade hallway.
#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 supplies stored on the floor sporadically throughout school building.
*NOTE: Report emailed to head custodian and principal at the following:
Sedarad.green@cms.k12.nc.us
Steven.drye@cms.k12.nc.us
Oct 6, 2022 94.5 / 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) −35
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed 1 toilet out of order in boys restroom on 6th grade hallway. Per custodian a work order has been submitted.
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 build up on ceiling of in boys restroom on 8th and 6th grade hallways.
#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.
*NOTE: Custodian Ms. Green was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and Principal at the following:
Sedarad.green@cms.k12.nc.us
Steven.drye@cms.k12.nc.us
Feb 5, 2021 94 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head Custodian Mr. Pless was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to Head Custodian and Principal at the following:
kennethb.pless@cms.k12.nc.us
steven.drye@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 stained ceiling tile in teacher restrooms located on 6th grade hallway. Observed chipping floor tile in custodial closet on 6th grade hallway. Observed tissue stuck to ceiling in boys gang restroom located on 7th grade hallway. Observed stained ceiling in girls 7th grade gang restroom.
#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 supplies of storage on the floor located across from nursing station in main office.
#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 in light shields sporadically throughout school building.
Sep 27, 2019 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS:
#6. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed minor ceiling stains at the beginning of the 8th grade hallway and drama classroom.
#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 inside of light fixtures throughout school building.
#11. 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 3 containers of disinfectant wipes stored in reach of children in art room. Observed classroom 707 with aerosol air freshener and disinfectant wipes stored in reach of children. *Ensure all hazards chemicals are stored out of reach of children as directed on product label.
*NOTE: Custodian Sedara Green present during time of inspection. Inspection report emailed to principal at steve.drye@cms.k12.nc.us and mary.miller@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) −35
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 staining on ceiling in 6th and 8th grade girls restroom. Observed debris on ceiling in boys restroom on 7th grade hall. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed broken toilet seat in girls restroom on 8th grade hallway. Observed cracked toilet seat in boys restroom near cafeteria.
#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 no paper towels or approved hand drying device in the following restrooms; girls locker room in gym, girls 6th grade, boys 6th grade and, boys 8th grade. REPEAT VIOLATION.
#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 storage stored on the floor throughout school building to include teacher lounges, media center storage room,axillary gym, and drama storage closet.
Mar 1, 2018 91.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Arlys Miller was present during the inspection. Mobile restroom R612 was closed/locked for repair and was not inspected.
NO POINT DEDUCTIONS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING:
3 - Observed the water fountain spout was broken off (sharp) at the boys gym locker room entrance. **Keep drinking fountain fixtures in good repair.
4 - Observed a urinal was out of order in the boys 6th grade restroom.
5- Observed a sink was detaching/not secure from wall in the girls R513. Verified work orders have been submitted for the girls restroom hand washing sink. Observed one sink with spring loaded push faucets that did not function properly (water runs for less than 5 seconds). Adjust all spring loaded sink fixtures so that water runs for at least 15 seconds for proper hand washing.
9 - Observed a shower stall with class material stored in it. **Keep all shower stalls accessible for use. Do not use for storage.
11 - (CRITICAL) Observed disinfectant wipes were stored on countertop in room 613. **Ensure all chemical hazards are stored out of reach of children as directed on product labels. Observed an over-all improvement for chemical storage in the school. Continue to educate staff on proper chemical storage.
#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
(REPEAT) Observed the ceiling with microbial growth in the girls R513 restroom, the ceiling was damaged in the girls 7th grade restroom (near last stall), and the ceiling needed cleaning in the boys 7th grade restroom. **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) −20
Observed no paper towels in the boys 6th and 8th grade restrooms.
**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 floors were dusty/not clean in room 404 closet and the auxiliary gym storage area. Observed the exterior walls and windows of MC109 mobile unit with chipping paint and rust. Observed ceiling near sky-lights with water/moisture damaged in rooms 705, 712, 812. **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 were not working in MC558, the girls locker room, and room 801. Observed window blinds were damaged in rooms 705, 712. Observed light covers were missing/damaged in the boys 8th grade restroom. Observed HVAC vents were damaged or not secure (fallen) in boys R513, and the girls locker rooms. **All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Apr 8, 2016 92.5 / 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) −40
Observed door damage in girls room 8th grade hall and near custodial office. Observed wall, ceiling and floor damage in girls and boys trailer restrooms. Clean floor in 7th grade boys room(urine). Clean ceiling in 7th grade boys room.
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).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Need paper towels in girls room trailer.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#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 hazardous chemicals, wipes, air freshner, board cleaners, lotion accessible to kids in various classrooms including trailers. (6th/7th grade halls)
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).
*****General comment- Replace burned out light in girls/boys locker rooms.******
May 27, 2015 89 / 100 · 5 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) −35
A - Observed the ceiling with moisture damage in 6th grade girls restroom and has flat/absorbant paint, the walls were stained in boys restroom near the cafeteria, the wall was damaged behind the urinals in RR513.**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).B - Observed the toilet seats were loose in the accessible stalls in 8th grade boys and the girls restroom near the cafeteria, the toilet seat was soiled in the boys 7th grade restroom, 2 urinals were not working in 8th grade boys restroom and the R612 mobile restroom was closed/locked due to pluming issue. **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) −20
B - Observed no paper towels supplied in the boys and girls locker room restrooms.**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 the ceilings were water damaged near the sky windows in rooms 711, 805, the ceiling with water damage in room 701, and the exterior walls with chipping paint on MC149 and MC105.**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 several lights not working in the boys and girls locker rooms, RR513, and several light covers in the restrooms were broken and/or missing throughout the building.Observed the HVAC return vent with accumulated dust in the boys restrooms near the gym.**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) −20
Observed a locker with the door broken off the hinges in the boys locker room, a broken shower bench in a shower stall in the girls locker room, and a broken bench in the girls locker room (near lockers).**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).General Comments - Arlys Miller was present during the inspection. Observed several restroom stalls without toilet paper. **Ensure that all restroom stalls supplied with toilet paper.
Apr 7, 2014 89.5 / 100 · 6 violations
Inspector comments: Arlys Miller was present during the inspection.#3 - Observed a water fountain with low pressure near the gym hall restrooms. **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).#9b - Observed a shower bench was broken int he girls locker room. **All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
#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
A) Observed the ceilings was water damaged in the 8th grade men staff restroom, a hole in the wall beneath a hand washing sink in the boys restroom near the gym, and the ceiling was leaking water in the girls mobile resstroom (R513).**Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).B) General Comment - Observed one cracked toilet seat at the staff restroom at the entrance.**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
A) Repeat Non-compliance - Observed the spring loaded sink faucets run for less than 15 seconds. Adjust fixtures so that the water runs for at least 15 seconds.**Lavatory facilities shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (a). **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).B) General Comment - Observed no soap at the boys restroom hand wahsing sinks near the cafeteria and in the mobile restroom R612 (not in use).**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 the ceiling with water damage and mold on the ceiling tiles in room 402(computer lab), and the 8th grade hall near the restrooms.**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 school uniforms and P.E. equipement stored on the floor and the floors were dusty, the chorus rood storage area with dusty floor, the custodian closet floors with dust and debris, and some lockers with debris.**Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411. **All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.General Comment - Observed the custodian carts with paper stock stored beneath and with chemicals. **Re-arrange all carts so that the chemical and mop water are stored separate and beneath the clean paper supply (i.e. paper towels and toilet paper) to prevent contaminating clean paper supply.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed the ventilation was dusty in the auxillary gym and main gym, and most of the restroom light covers were missing (near the toilet stalls) throughout the building.**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 lysol wipes, windex and otehr chemical cleaners stored within reach of students, buckets of floor stripper/finish stored behind a partition in the Auxillary gym/ESL, and the chemical prep room door was left open in room 614. **Store all chemical hazards out of reach of children as directed on each label.**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 “MINT HILL MIDDLE SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440300). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.