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PIEDMONT OPEN MIDDLE SCHOOL
1241 E 10TH ST, Charlotte, NC 28204
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440327
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedJun 11, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJun 4, 2014
Score history
Jun 4, 2014Higher is betterJun 11, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jun 11, 2026 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
8. Observed light shield in need of repair in D213. Observed dead bugs in light shields.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (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 soap dispenser missing or in need of repair in boys restroom on 3rd floor. Observed tissue holder in need of repair in boys restroom (A209) and girls (A210)
**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 the media center entrance, outside of A112 and on C-Hall. Observed paint needed in the boys room (A209), boys restroom on 3rd floor, B120.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Feb 20, 2025 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
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 one water fountain on 3rd floor hall with too high water pressure causing some splash to 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 in several classrooms throughout particularly on the second floor. Observed stained ceiling tiles on second and 3rd floor halls. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired. REPEAT.
Feb 28, 2024 92 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
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 shield broken in hall outside cafeteria. Needs repair.
#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
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilets in need of caulking around the base on first floor. Observed toilet seat not attached in one stall in girls band bathroom. REPEAT.
#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 floors with build up or residue in locker rooms, classroom 71 A and in several smaller areas throughout building. Observed stained ceiling tiles in hall outside 161, in room 160, in hall outside media center, and in art room. Observed base board peeling loose in hall outside A309. Needs cleaning/repair. 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 Art room and in 80B storage on the floor and in a manner that does not permit thorough cleaning. Needs to be cleaned and organized.
Mar 9, 2023 94 / 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) −20
Observed toilets in need of caulking around the base.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#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. Observed wall damage in the boys restroom B120.
**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) −10
Observed dead insects in the boys locker room.
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Sep 15, 2021 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were taken for the following:
7. Observed boxes stored on the floor in the electrical closet on the 3rd 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. Observed droppings in the cabinet in room D107. Ensure that pest management is increased.
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the science lab on 3rd floor, rooms 207 and 203, hallway on 2nd floor, room D107 and athletic storage on 1st floor. Ensure that all leaks are repaired and replace water stained ceiling tiles. Onserved wall damage in the custodial closet on the 3rd floor. Needs to be repaired.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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 shower faucet handle with white build up in the boys and girls locker room. Needs to be cleaned.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
Nov 10, 2020 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
7. Observed boxes of paper stored on the floor in closet 100B.
**All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
8. Observed light out in the gym electrical closet.
**Lighting and ventilation shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (a).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in closet (100B), rooms 204, 209 and 71A. Observed girls locker room with water stained ceiling.
**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) −20
Observed dead insects in the boys and girls locker room.
**There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
Aug 29, 2018 92 / 100 · 3 violations
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −40
Repeat: Observed no soap in the girl's restroom by the stairwell.
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) −30
-Repeat: Observed paint peeling/chipping on the walls and window sills in multiple classes. Repaint.
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in rooms D213 & C212. Repair leak and replace tiles.
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) −10
Observed roaches in the boy's locker room. Provide pest control.
There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).
**NOTE: Per Principal Barone, no food prep is done during the sporting events. Food is catered in and served by the caterers or permited food trucks visit. Report emailed to jackie.barone@cms.k12.nc.us
Jun 1, 2017 90 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Howard was present during the inspection. Report accepted by John Kirkland, Assistant Principal.
NO POINTS WERE DEDUCTED FOR THE FOLLOWING:
7. Observed a 1st floor storage closet was in need of organizing to 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.
NOTE: Recommend relocating the bottled water stored in the nurse's office restroom to prevent contamination.
11. Observed disinfectant wipes were stored on desks, shelves, or carts within reach of the students (rooms 159, 96, 162). **Stored all hazardous products out of reach is children as directed by product labels.
#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 metal wall was rusty in the boys restroom (gym 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).
Observed several sanitary receptacles were rusty. **Keep all restroom fixtures in good repair; 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) −35
Observed a sink knob was broken in the girls restroom (near 2nd floor workroom), and the sink was not clean in room 162. Observed most push faucet sink fixtures with very short run times. Adjust the sink fixtures so the water runs for at least 15 seconds. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
(REPEAT) Observed no soap in the first floor boys restroom and in the boys locker room shower area. **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 back wall with flaking paint/plaster in room 84, the walls in the cafeteria with flaking paint (very high up), moisture damaged and discoloration on ceiling tiles on 1st floor, 2nd floor, room 96, girls locker room.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#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
(REPEAT) Observed calcium and pink residue on the shower heads, and the shower tiles needed cleaning in the locker room showers.
Observed the doors leading from the locker room to the shower area were either missing or damaged (not secured).
**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
Sep 3, 2015 95.5 / 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) −35
Observed: No papertowels in boys locker, shower room.15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c) - Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided.Observed: Handsink in boys restroom on second floor not working. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b) - Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −10
Observed: Art storage closet with items stored on the floor. Items may be stored on floor if they are stored in a way that allows access for cleaning.15 NCAC 18A . .2411 - Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. All storage shall be at least 15 inches (38.1 centimeters) above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning.
Apr 27, 2015 93 / 100 · 4 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) −15
Observed: Minor wall damage (missing tiles, rust on wall panels) in some hall restrooms.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
Observed: A few restrooms with short running spring tension faucets ( auditorium area staff restrooms, 7th grade area restrooms).Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). PROVIDE AT LEAST A 15 SECOND RUN TIME
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed.: Water damaged ceiling tiles throughout school. Several areas on halls and classrooms with chipping paint on trim and window sills, plaster missing, and other damage.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: Excessive storage on some hall closet floors and closets within 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.General Comment:: Crystal Howard present.Overall custodial cleanliness looks great.
Jun 4, 2014 90 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed pink buildup on and/or around the water fountain mouthpieces on the bottom floor.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 Non-Compliance: Observed spring loaded faucets running less than 15 seconds. Ensure all spring loaded faucets run for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing.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) −30
Repeat Non-Compliance: -Observed flaking paint and moisture issues on the auditorium walls.-Observed chipping paint and/or dust buildup on the baseboards in the auditorium and classes.-Observed paint chipping on the window sills in multiple classes.-Observed stained ceiling tiles in the hallways and some classes.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
-Repeat Non-Compliance: Observed dirt and dust build up in the storage closets (improvement shown since last inspection).Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.-9.) General Comment: Observed mold growth in the showers of the girl's locker room.Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).-11.) General Comment: Observed disinfectant wipes and cleaners in room 202, and a can of aerosol air freshener in room 159. All hazardous items were stored unlocked within reach of the 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).Ms. Howard present
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “PIEDMONT OPEN MIDDLE SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440327). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.