96.5/ 100
HIGHLAND CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
7242 HIGHLAND CREEK PY, Charlotte, NC 28269
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440353
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 10, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceMar 3, 2014
Score history
Mar 3, 2014Higher is betterMar 10, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 10, 2026 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- Custodian: Brent Holsey present during walkthrough 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) −20
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed couple damaged and loose toilet seats in girl restroom A hall need repair. Observed hand sink in C hall class #C104 need caulking around to seal the gap on the wall. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
#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 missing ceiling tiles in tutor room B hallway room #D119. Observed water damage stained on ceiling tiles in tutor room D#114 and D#115 in B hallway. Check for leaks, repair if needed. Replace new ceiling tiles. Keep all ceiling clean and good repair.
Feb 27, 2025 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No point deduction:
#6. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed water stain on ceiling tiles in C hall in front of tutor room C118, and Classroom C6. Check for no active leaks, repair/replace the ceiling tiles. Observed couple HVAC ceiling vents in restrooms cover with dust. Detail cleaning needed and keep clean.
- Head of custodian: Mercedes Portillo present during inspection
#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 crack/separation of hand sinks and wall in both girl and boy restrooms in A hall. Repairing/caulking needed. Observed disrepair paper towel dispenser in girl and boy restroom B hall, and boy restroom A hall. Disrepair soap dispensers in boy restroom B hall. Repair or replacement needed. Keep all fixtures in good repair.
Mar 1, 2024 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- No violation observed during the inspection.
- Head of custodian: Mr. Julius Sryhrett present during the inspection
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 2, 2023 96 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 loose toilet seat in room C9 and the boys restroom on the C-Hall. Observed partition covering peeling in the girls’ restroom on the 5th grade hall.
**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
Oct 4, 2021 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles inside classroom A5 and inside dining room of cafeteria in need of repair.
#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
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 numerous classrooms throughout having chemicals, cleaners, aerosols all stored accessible to children. CDI all hazardous items stored behind lock and key.
Dec 2, 2020 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles through all hallways in need of repair.
Feb 12, 2020 92 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
3. Observed 2 fountains (one on C-hall and one on B-hall) with high pressure. Regulate.
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. Observed a loose toilet seat in the boy's restroom (A138) and a brown ring around the toilet bowl in C102. Tighten & Clean.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
8. Observed dead bugs in several lighting fixtures in classes (each hall) and media center. Clean.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
*NOTE: None of the mobiles are in use for students. They are being used for storage.
Report emailed to: ernest.saxton@cms.k12.nc.us; maryl.swint@cms.k12.nc.us; felix.salazar@cms.k12.nc.us
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
-REPEAT: Observed stained ceiling tiles in the Resource room (A133), down C-Hall, in the Art room storage room, and E116 Tutor room.
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: -Observed the storage room in the art room cluttered. Organize.
Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
General Comment: No Points Deducted: Observed dust buildup on the floor in the gym equipment storage room.
Storage spaces and custodians' closets shall be kept clean and arranged so as to facilitate 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 disinfectant wipes and/or bottles of bulk hand sanitizer stored within reach of the students in C117, B6, and B10. Store all hazardous items out of 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).
Mar 20, 2019 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
#3
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed small leak coming from water fountain at group restrooms on B hall in need of repair.
Mr. Felix present during inspection.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed several areas of water damaged ceiling tiles throughout hallways of school; Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in media center in need of replacing.
(observed work order for all leaks and damaged tiles).
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
REPEAT
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 on floor in tutor rooms and on floor inside #B12 classroom.
Oct 13, 2017 91 / 100 · 5 violations
Inspector comments: Mr. Felix present during inspection today.
#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 boys bathroom faucet on B hall to not be working properly. Observed papertowel dispenser being held togehter with duct tape in girls bathroom B hall. •
#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 peeling wall paper in B8. Observed stained ceiling tiles in C Hall and at entrance to B Hall.
#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 B108 storage room with several boxes of items on the floor. Observed A hall tutor room with contianers of books stored on the floor.
#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 lid to be damaged.
#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
The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed ants and a dead cockroach in the electrical room on the main hallway. Observed some ants at doorways coming into the school.
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 wipes out on the counters in C3. CDI: Wipes put away. REPEAT VIOLATION
Jan 8, 2016 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted for the following violations:
3. Observed on dirty water fountain on C hall.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Improvement from previous inspection.
5. Observed damaged hand sink faucet in B hall girls restroom. Observed sink coming away from wall in A hall girls.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (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 aerosol cleaners and air fresheners under hand sinks in classrooms throughout 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).
Jan 16, 2015 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: 3. Observed 3 waterfountains not funtioning throughout main builiding.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).4. Observed bathroom partition damaged in RR535 girls.Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).8. Observed rusty vents in boys RR535.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. Observed hazardous items in one classroom 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).Ms. Felix Salazar present druing inspection.
#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: Obseved countertops damaged in RR1158. Observed bathroom hand sink not functioning in c7 restroom.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Mar 3, 2014 90.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: 11. Observed trash collecting between mobile restroom and mobile classrooms near RR415.The premises of the school under control of the principal shall be kept neat and clean at all times. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).Mr. Felix Salazar present during 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) −30
Observed toilet chair collecting residue on insert piece around exterior where it is inserted into chair. Observed one damaged toilet seat in RR415. Observed wall paint peeling in R535 Boys. Observed flooring peeling away from wall in RR1158 boys and girls. Observed classroom restrooms used for storage of non-restroom related items. Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b). 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
Repeat non-compliance: Observed counter top damaged in boys RR1158, improvement from previous inspection. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed gym vents collecting dust. Observed vents collecting dust on C hall, C hall restrooms, and in women's staff bathroom. 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) −30
Repeat non-compliance: Observed bathroom with non bathrooming related supplies, clothing handing from shower nozzle and wheel chair stored in shower room. Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “HIGHLAND CREEK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440353). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.