98.5/ 100
FIRST WARD CREATIVE ARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL
715 N CALDWELL ST, Charlotte, NC 28202
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440305
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedJan 15, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceJan 23, 2014
Score history
Jan 23, 2014Higher is betterJan 15, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jan 15, 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 tiles in the cafeteria.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 30, 2025 92 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 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 light out in Art storage room and womens staff bathroom on 2nd floor.
#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 C2 and in the cafeteria. Observed chipping paint on walls and water damaged ceiling in band room. Observed damaged ceiling and stained ceiling tiles in womens E building bathroom. Observed leak in D building music room bathroom from ceiling vent. Observed water damage at window sills in B7 and B8. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired. 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 storage in art room storage room not arranged to permit thorough cleaning. . Needs to be arranged to permit thorough cleaning. 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
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 aerosols disinfectant sprays, and disinfectant wipes stored accessible to children in several classrooms. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards. Read labels stating “Keep out of Reach of Children.”
Jan 11, 2024 91.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed handicap bathrooms being used for storage toilets in need of cleaning.
#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
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 ceiling in Drama girls bathroom constructed of absorbent ceiling tiles and stains on the ceiling tiles. Ceiling needs to be checked for leaks and repaired. Ceiling tiles need to be of nonabsorbent, washable materials.
#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 at front entrance, in gym storage and hall outside the gym and cafeteria, in the cafeteria, in A14 classroom and hallway outside, in A13, and in media center file server room. Observed chipping paint on walls and water damaged ceiling in band room. Ceiling leaks in drama room. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired. REPEAT.
#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 in handicap bathroom on first floor preventing access for cleaning toilet and sink and observed dead roaches in this room in areas inaccessible for cleaning. Needs to be arranged to permit thorough cleaning.
#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 aerosols and chemicals stored accessible to children in several classrooms and in unlocked staff bathroom outside cafeteria and mens 2nd floor. Observed chemicals stored unlocked in stage area of multipurpose room. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards.
Jan 25, 2023 97 / 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 handwashing sink with short run time in the girls restroom on the second floor. Spring load faucet needs to run for at least 15 seconds.
**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 water stained ceiling tiles in room A12 and cafeteria. Observed ceiling tiles missing in the cafeteria.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Dec 16, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
8. Observed water stained ceiling tile on the 2nd floor. Observed missing ceiling tile in the cafeteria. Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and replace ceiling tile.
**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 dead insects in the special needs restroom on the 2nd floor. Increase pest maintenance.
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
NOTE: Observed disinfectant wipes within reach of children in classrooms while conducting inspection. Ensure that hazardous items are placed 5 ft up or within cabinets if 5 ft is still within 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).
Feb 4, 2021 96 / 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 in the hall by the office, the art room, computer room, room 503, C3 and C1. Ensure that leaks are not ongoing and replace ceiling tiles.
**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 room 403. Improvement from previous inspection.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Sep 26, 2019 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
8. Observed light shield missing in the storage room (624) on third floor. Needs to be replaced.
**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) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles during the inspection. Ensure that leak is not ongoing and replace tiles. Observed wall damage from what appears water in room C3.
**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 boxes stored on the floor in storage room (624) on the third floor and on the first floor near the office. Needs to be stored above 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) −40
Observed dead insects in the storage room (624) on the third floor and droppings in the cabinets in room C3.
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Observed wipes stored within reach of children in rooms C2, B1 and A6. Ensure that wipes are stored out of reach 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).
Sep 4, 2018 94.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
11. Observed disinfecting wipes stored on the countertop in a box in room A14. Ensure that all disinfecting wipes are being stored out of sight of children, in cabinets.
**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).
#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 feces on the floor in the boys' restroom on the third floor. Custodian was called to come clean up restroom.
**Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
Observed toilet on second floor with staining on the base. Observved toilet with urine on the seat in room A14. Classroom was currently empty. Spoke with staff about ensuring that toilets are routinely monitored to ensure children are not sitting on dirty toilets.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Observed items stored on the floor in the storage areas during the inspection. Ensure that items are above on the floor on crates/shelving to help facilitate cleaning.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
Jun 5, 2017 91.5 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: No Points:
Observed damage along window seal of room B8 on the second floor.
Observed loose faucet in boys bathroom on 1st floor.
Ms. Massey was present during inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed drinking fountains with moderate build up through out the 1st and 2nd floor.
**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) −20
Observed several toilets in need of cleaning in the drama, flex, and band room.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed several items in storage closets or custodian offices stored on the floor. Maintain off the floor to facilitate cleaning.
**Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed several classrooms and shared spaces with blinds broken or in need of cleaning.
**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 a labeled container of disinfectant in a staff restroom that was not locked. Ensure these chemicals are stored in locked areas inaccessible to children. Observed disinfectant wipes in the lower cabinets in several classrooms. Maintain 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).
Jan 14, 2016 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: #6 Observed water stained ceiling tiles in drama building.
Mr. Mayfield was present during inspeciton.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed water fountain with low pressure in drama building.
**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).
#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 Compliance: Rusted dividers in the girls bathroom, drama bldg.
Observed loose toilet seat in 2nd floor girls restroom.
**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
Repeat Non Compliance: Observed corroded push faucets throughout building.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Jan 22, 2015 84.5 / 100 · 6 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −60
Observed residue build-up in water fountain nozzles. Regulate water fountains that hit the top of the mouth piece or squirt onto the floor. Water fountain near gym corroded.**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).**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) −20
Observed toilet bowls with rings around bowls. Rusted dividers in the girls bathroom, drama bldg.**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
. Observed several corroded fixtures. Sink basins and fixtures with scum/build-up throughout school. Most push button sinks do not remain on for at least 15 seconds.**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 in drama bldg. Walls with chipped paint and water stained ceiling tiles in flex room. Stained ceiling tiles in gym and assorted classrooms.**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 handicap accessible bathrooms turned to storage need organizing so can be readily cleaned.**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 most of the custodial closets not locked with chemicals inside. Ant spray in art room. Several classrooms with cleaners and disinfecting wipes within 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).
Jan 23, 2014 90 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed: The water fountains near the Cafeteria collecting black residue around the mouthpiece.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) −30
Repeat: Observed: Most spring tension faucets with missing buttons, short run times, and/or not working. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).~provide at least a 15 second run time~
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Repeat: Observed: Excessive storage on HDC restrooms floors.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
Repeat: Observed: Disinfecting wipes, aerosol spray canisters, cleaners, white board cleaner, etc. improperly stored in most classrooms inspected.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).~store up high/out of reach or behind lock and key~Mr. Mayfield present.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “FIRST WARD CREATIVE ARTS MIDDLE SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440305). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.