94.5/ 100
TORRENCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
14550 RANSON RD, Huntersville, NC 28078
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440345
Latest result94.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 5, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceOct 23, 2014
Score history
Oct 23, 2014Higher is betterMar 5, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 5, 2026 94.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
#6. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
- Observed damage flooring in restroom mobile unit RR424. Observed some minor water stained on ceiling tiles, and several sagging ceiling in main hallway. Repair/replacement needed.
- Head of custodian: Melvin Byrd present during inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed water fountains at some part of school including mobile units need better cleaning all around spouts, nozzles, and neck faucets. Keep clean.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35
REPEAT
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed soiled hand sinks in classrooms. Several soiled looking hand sinks in restrooms hallways. Better detail cleaning needed and keep clean. Observed disrepair faucet at hand washing in restrooms mobile unit and main hallway girl restroom. Observed disrepair toilet in mobile unit. Need repair. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed empty soap dispensers and paper towel dispensers in restrooms mobile units. All hand washing supplies shall be provided at all hand sinks at all time.
Mar 6, 2025 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Head of custodian: Melvin Byrd present during inspection
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed black buildup around spouts/crevices of water fountains. Detail cleaning around spouts, nozzles, crevices and surfaces needed. Keep all water fountains clean. Points remain the same at this time.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
REPEAT
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed soiled hand sinks in A/B hallway restrooms. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean. Observed no water available for hand washing in restrooms mobile unit RR424, repair needed. Keep all fixtures in good repair. Points remain the same at this time.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed several empty soap dispensers in restrooms mobile units (RR424, RR1239). Ensure to provide all hand washing supplies at all hand sinks at all time.
Mar 26, 2024 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No points deduction:
#7. 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 (toilet tissues, paper towels, soaps) boxes stored on the floor in storage B hallway. Keep all supplies off the floor to allow cleaning and prevent any possible contamination.
- Head custodian: Mr. Melvin Byrd present during inspection
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed water fountains throughout the facility need details cleaning around spout nozzles and crevices and keep clean.
#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 hand washing sinks throughout the building need better cleaning in and around basin. Observed disrepair faucets in men and women restrooms (MC370) need repair.
Feb 23, 2023 96.5 / 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) −20
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed detailed cleaning needed to the outer corners of toilets located in outside mobile restrooms.
#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 tiles in media center. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
*NOTE: Head custodian, Mr. Byrd, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and principal at:
Melvind.byrd@cms.k12.nc.us
Jason.bissinger@cms.k12.nc.us
Jul 21, 2021 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 water damaged ceiling tiles in classrooms and inside media center, in need of repair / replacing.
#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 isolation room left open, housing large amounts of hazardous cleaners , bulk disinfectants, bulk sanitizers left accessible to children. CDI room locked during inspection.
Mar 4, 2021 98 / 100 · 1 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 directly on floor of classrooms throughout school, properly store above floor to facilitate cleaning.
Dec 5, 2019 93 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed water fountain mouth guards to be in need of detailed cleaning throughout school.
#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 toxic chemicals and hazardous items stored accessible throughout classrooms; Observed custodian closet door damaged (unable to lock) containing numerous chemical products that were accessible . (immediate repair needed).
Dec 13, 2018 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#7 Storage off floor; observed boxes and misc storage on floor throughout school building; properly store all items (above floor) to facilitate cleaning.
Melvin Byrd present during inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).Observed mouth guards on water fountains collecting bio-film in need of detailed 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 chemicals stored accessible to children in classrooms throughout.
May 15, 2017 90.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No Points:
Karen Falls present during inspection
#4: Observed urinals need cleaning underneath where it is hard to reach. **Keep toilet fixtures clean.
#6: Observed baseboards missing and damaged from floor buffer. **Keep floors, walls, and ceilings in good repair.
#7: Observed some storage on floor in store rooms. If it is a cardboard box it needs to be off the floor, if it's in a plastic bin it can be stored on the floor as long as it gets moved and the floor is clean.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Repeat Non-Compliance: Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed drinking fountains with black residue in nozzles throughout A hall.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Push button sink fixtures shall remain on for 15 seconds minimum per State memo. Observed hand sink with push button faucets do not remain on for at least 15 seconds.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed sinks in some classrooms need cleaning inside basin and around drain.
#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) −10
Solid waste containers shall be kept clean, in good repair, and emptied when full, but not less than once a week. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (b). Observed dumpster rusted through and drain plug missing. Needs to be replaced. = -
#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 spray cans of WD40 and spray disinfectants unlocked in gym storage. Spray disinfectants accessible and insight in some classrooms.
Oct 9, 2015 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 5. Observed residue collecting on one hand sink faucet in men's staff restroom on B hall.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). 11. Repeat non-compliance: Observed can of compressed air in one classroom on B hall within the 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). Improvement from previous inspection.Observed milk and cheese sticks at room temperature in classroom on A hall. Food requiring refrigeration should be kept under refrigeration until served.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Repeat non-compliance: Observed water fountains collecting residue in building throughout.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 urine on floor and back of toilet in boys B hall restroom. Observed toilet not cleaned in accessible restroom on B hall.Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed large area of ceiling tiles missing in front of A9 and tiles missing in A9 classroom, tiles around area water damaged. Observed several dusty return vents in classroomFloors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Repair roof leak.
Oct 23, 2014 90 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: 5. Observed 1 sink in cafeteria girls restroom collecting pink residue.Lavatory facilities shall be provided and installed as required by the N.C. State Building Code. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (a).Ms. Mary Cheryl present during inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Repeat non-compliance: Observed drinking fountains throughout facility collecting black residue on mouth guard.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (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) −30
Observed wheel chair and other storage blocking the shower in the nurse office restroom. Observed storage in handicap restroom on b hall.Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (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 disinfecting wipes in classrooms throughout facility within the 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).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “TORRENCE CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440345). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.