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OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
1825 OAKDALE RD, Charlotte, NC 28216
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440363
Latest result97 / 100
Last inspectedMar 6, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceSep 13, 2013
Score history
Sep 13, 2013Higher is betterMar 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 6, 2026 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles on PreK hall, in the media center, classes C1 and C10
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Mar 4, 2025 91.5 / 100 · 3 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 black build up inside drinking nozzles of water fountains next to gym. REPEAT.
#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 stained ceiling tiles in A13, C8, C5, and B8. Needs to be checked for leaks and repaired.
#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 aerosol sprays and disinfectant wipes labeled “Keep out of Reach of Children” stored accessible to children in many classrooms. Needs to be stored to avoid health hazards.
Mar 12, 2024 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
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 wipes and aerosol sprays accessible to children in C7 and C12 classrooms. Needs to be stored inaccessible.
Items stating “Keep out of Reach of Children” should be stored as directed.
#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 black build up inside drinking nozzles of water fountains next to gym. 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 music room storage and gym storage on stage on floor in a manner not permitting thorough cleaning. Needs to be off the floor or arranged to permit thorough cleaning.
Apr 5, 2023 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE: Head Custodian, Mr. Yahyai, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and Principal, Dr. Powell, at the following:
Yahyai.derios@cms.k12.nc.us
sharrone.powell@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 minor black build up inside drinking nozzles of water fountains sporadically throughout school building.
#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 sporadically throughout school building to include media center. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced. Observed hole in wall in gym and a portion of baseboard missing in gym. Per head custodian work orders have been submitted to have stained ceiling tiles, hole in wall, and missing baseboard repaired.
Nov 16, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 numerous classrooms having chemical products and hazardous items (aerosols) left accessible to children. CDI items properly stored during inspection.
Mar 2, 2021 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 water damaged ceiling tiles in media center in need of repair.
Sep 30, 2019 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED
(6) Floors, walls and ceiling clean and in good repair; Observed water damaged ceiling tiles in need of replacing / leak repaired.
#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 having chemicals stored accessible to children. (chemical wipes, chemical spray)
Nov 30, 2018 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #4--Observed missing door in girls restroom near cafeteria. #6--Observed dead roaches in adult women restroom near cafeteria and hole in wall in Gym. Work order placed for hole in wall.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dust or build up on HVAC vent on ceiling ac unit 3rd grade class and on very top of wall near ceiling in Gym. Observed damage to blinds in 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).
#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 aerosol Lysol spray stored in reach of children in room B8.
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).
Apr 6, 2017 86.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: . General Comment:
#8. Replace broken/damaged window blinds in gym area and C10. Clean ceiling ventilation in hallway area, classroom area and modular units. Replace blown light bulbs in light fixtures throughout. All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
#10. Replace trash dumpster with damaged lids. Replace cardboard dumpster with damaged base. 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).
#11. Address the ponding/standing of water on front playground area along side walk and back playground area. Observed container of windex stored on hand washing sink counter in room C-6. Store cleaning products/hazardous products locked away or out of reach of children. There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a).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).
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Thoroughly clean water fountains on 4th and 5th grade hall. Observed base of water fountain, handle area, mouth guard and nozzle soiled on water fountain. Clean back of water fountains near bus parking lot bathrooms
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) −50
Clean doors to bathrooms within classrooms, wall near light switch and area around door framing to bathrooms within classrooms and in modular units. Observed ceiling in modular units with popcorn texture. Ceiling in bathrooms needs to be smooth and easily cleanable. Clean stall fixtures in girls and boys bathroom on 4th/5th grade hall in in modular unit bathrooms. Thoroughly clean floor in modular unit girls bathroom and address toilet leak and microbial growth growing along base and wall and floor in last two stalls in girls bathroom. Repair floor in modular unit bathroom near floor drains. Clean base of toilets between wall and toilet in bathrooms within classrooms. Thoroughly clean toilet fixtures and stall fixtures in modular unit bathrooms.
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).
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) −50
Thoroughly clean hand washing sink and counter in modular unit bathrooms. Thoroughly clean sinks within classroom area throughout in rooms. Provide soap and paper towels at all hand washing sink. Observed several hand washing sink missing soap. Repair broken soap dispenser and reattach paper towel dispenser to wall in bathroom on 4th and 5th grade hall. Thoroughly clean hand washing sinks in girls and boys bathroom on 4th and 5th grade hallway. Observed short run time on spring loaded faucet hand washing sink in both girls and boys bathroom near bus parking lot.. Spring loaded faucets shall operate for at least 15 seconds.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
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
Repair any and all roof leaks or HVAC leaks throughout school(hallway, media center, classroom, cafeteria), then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout school building. Observed water on light shield over light fixture in hallway leading to media center. Water in and on light shield was from last night rain. Thoroughly clean floors throughout classrooms. Clean walls throughout classroom where needed; if needed(trash can storage areas).
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Dec 3, 2015 89.5 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: General Comment: #11. Observed hand sanitizer not properly stored in room A34. Store hand sanitizer out of reach of children or locked away.**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 small trees growing beside modular units. Recommend cutting small trees from beside modular unit before they become larger trees and cause damaged to modular units and railing/ramp. Mr. Frank Roseman present at time of 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) −35
Observed walls soiled in bathrooms. Clean walls in bathrooms. Observed popcorn ceiling texture in outside girls modular bathroom. Ceiling shall be smooth and easily cleanable. Observed toilets soiled in bathroom within classroom between toilet and wall. Thoroughly clean base of toilets. Observed broken and missing toilet paper holders in bathrooms. Repair broken toilet paper holder and replace missing toilet paper holders in bathrooms. Replace missing ceiling tiles in 4th/5th grade hall boys bathroom.
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) −35
Observed hand sinks in modular unit not properly operating. When you turn on one cold water faucet at a hand sink the water does not come on. When you turn on water at adjoining hand washing sink the water comes on at other hand washing sink. Clean hand washing sink and counters in modular units. Observed broken and missing soap dispensers in bathrooms. Replace broken and missing soap dispensers throughout in bathrooms. Provide soap and paper towels at all hand washing sinks at all times. Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). 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 water stained ceiling tiles throughout in hallway area and media center. Repair any and all roof leaks, then replace water stained ceiling tiles. Touch-up paint throughout in classrooms where needed.
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 light fixtures not properly operating throughout in classrooms. REPAIR LIGHT FIXTURES OR REPLACE BLOWN LIGHT BULBS! Clean vents throughout in gym, cafeteria and hallway area. Repair damaged stool on dining room table in cafeteria. All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Oct 10, 2014 91.5 / 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 RR650 ceiling in girls and mens areas with patches of ceiling finish missing, ceiling in popcorn style and absorbent. Boys ceiling repairs complete.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 one hand sink not functioning in RR650 boys.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) −40
Observed dusty vents in cafeteria, restrooms, gym, and classrooms throughout facility.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) −15
Observed wheel chairs stored in restroom in nurse office.Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).Mr. Frank Roseman present during inspection.
Sep 13, 2013 90.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Mr. Frank Roseman 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) −15
Observed RR650 ceiling and wall in boys restroom with absorbent ceiling tiles. Observed RR650 girls with wall and ceiling damage. **Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. See rule .2408 (b).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
Repeat non-compliance: Observed dusty\ vents in classrooms throughout facility. **All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .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) −40
Observed hazardous items within the reach of children in classrooms throughout facility. Observed pesticide for domestic and construction use. **Pesticides and other toxic materials shall be used as directed on the label and handled and stored as to avoid health hazards (i.e. keep hazardous products behind lock and key or out of reach of the students). See rule .2415 (b). Observed insect and rodent dropping in storage closet in building and in mobile classroom used for custodial storage. **There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. See rule .2415 (a).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “OAKDALE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440363). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.