95.5/ 100
POLO RIDGE ELEMENTARY
11830 TOM SHORT RD, Charlotte, NC 28277
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440376
Latest result95.5 / 100
Last inspectedSep 24, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceDec 18, 2013
Score history
Dec 18, 2013Higher is betterSep 24, 2026
Inspections & violations
Sep 24, 2026 95.5 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406)
General comment:
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
Observed black build up in water fountains on B Hall. Needs cleaning.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409)
General Comment:
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
Observed one sink in the girls mobile bathroom and one sink in the boys mobile bathroom. Not operating.
#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 hallways. Observed loose floor tiles at entrance to boys mobile bathroom. Needs 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
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 chemical wipes stored labeled “Keep Out of Reach of Children” accessible to children throughout the facility. Needs to be stored as directed on manufacturer label to avoid health hazards. REPEAT.
Sep 15, 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 outside cafeteria with low pressure.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed one stained ceiling tiles in D1. Needs 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
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 duster in mobile music room, lysol aerosol and fragrance oils in C2, and disinfectant spray in C6 stored accessible to children. Needs to be stored out of reach of children.
Oct 10, 2024 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Head custodian Ms. Frias, was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to the following:
Jovana.edwards@cms.k12.nc.us (Principal)
Magalys1.frias@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 1 toilet out of order in girls restroom on D hallway. Per head custodian a work order has been submitted to have issue repaired. Observed 1 toilet in boys restroom across from cafeteria that would not stop running, a work order has been submitted to have issue repaired.
Sep 26, 2023 95.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Ms. Frias was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to her and principal at the following:
Magalys1.frias@cms.k12.nc.us
Jovana.edwards@cms.k12.no.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 the drinking nozzle of water fountains located on rear hallway.
#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 tile near media center entrance. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
#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 boxes of supplies stored on the floor in teacher workroom near main office.
Sep 8, 2022 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed wall slat not secure in Gym (divider wall). Not secure at the top. Repair. Secure to avoid possible accident.
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 Lysol and/or chlorox wipes stored in reach of students in B11, C8, C11, and Media Center. Refer to label for storage. Keep all hazardous items stored away from students.
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).
Jul 13, 2021 94 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Escorted by Pedro. Signed by secretary, Cindy White.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained tiles on A hall and wall damage to column at gym(red).
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 Lysol wipes stored in reach of children on B9, B2, and C11. Keep 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).
Nov 6, 2020 90 / 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) −30
Repeat: Observed several spring loaded faucets with short run times. Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 seconds (20 seconds for covid-19) run time for 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: Observed stained ceiling tiles in the media center and in halls.
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) −40
-Observed disinfectant wipes and aerosol air fresheners stored within reach of the students in the adult restrooms with the doors propped open. *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 rodent droppings under the sink cabinet in room C9. 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).
Nov 8, 2018 90.5 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed pink buildup around the mouthpieces of the water fountains on "B" hall. Clean.
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) −15
Observed several of the spring loaded faucets with a runtime of less than 15 seconds which is needed for proper handwashing. Regulate.
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: Observed water stained ceiling tiles throughout the building- each hall, in classes, etc. Repair the leak and replace the tiles.
-Observed part of the brown boarder (on the ceiling) pulled away from the wall in the girl's mobile restroom. Repair.
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
Repeat: Observed plug-ins, disinfectant wipes, aerosol sprays, bulk bottles of hand sanitizer stored within reach of the children in B104 (the male adult restroom that was being used by a student), C1, Resource room, and MC953. Also, the custodial closet was open on the main hall- chemicals present.
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).
***Report emailed to josephd.beers@cms.k12.nc.us & jovana.edwards@cms.k12.nc.us
Jun 8, 2017 90.5 / 100 · 5 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed cover missing on water fountain on D hall.
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) −15
Observed wall damage in girls restroom around hand sinks and in boys room on modular units.
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 hand sinks splattered with paint in girls room at modular units.
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
Observed water damaged ceiling tiles on B hall, C hall, in media center, near gym, and at women's bathroom C hall.
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) −15
Observed chlorox wipes stored in reach of children in B6, B9, C11, and MC1040.
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 3, 2016 85.5 / 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) −40
Observed urine lines down fronts of urinals in boy's bathrooms.
**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 no soap in bathroom of room C-1. Jammed paper towel dispensers. Corroded faucet fixtures. Loose faucet fixture in nurse's bathroom.
**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).
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −40
. Observed dusty vents, window sills and blinds.
**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 unlocked custodial closet. Containers of cleaners not labeled in one custodial closet. Label any cleaner/chemical not in it's original packaging and keep custodial closets locked.
**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).
Nov 18, 2014 83.5 / 100 · 6 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Repeat: Observed: The water fountains on the D Hall collecting discoloration around the mouth piece.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
Observed: The walls damaged and dirty in the MOD RR531 restrooms. Damaged metal trim on stall walls in the A Hall Boys restroom. Rusted "old style" toilet paper holders in several 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).Observed: Loose toilet seats in C6, B Hall Women's staff restroom, D Hall Boys restroom and D hall Men's staff restroom, a damaged urinal in B Hall boys restroom, and the toilet base caulk in need of replacement in several restrooms. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).Observed: Most restroom floors dirty and wet. Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c).
#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: Several spring tension faucets with short run time. The sink removed from the wall in the MOD RR531 Girls restroom. Several classroom sinks and faucets dirty.Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Provide at least a 15 second run time on spring tension faucets.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed: Water damaged ceiling tiles throughout halls.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: All restroom exhaust vents collecting dust. The Media Center vents collecting dust. Several classroom vents collecting dust.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
Repeat: Observed: Disinfecting wipes, cleaners, and aerosols stored within reach of students (on countertops or in low cabinets) in several classrooms.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).Mr. Banks present.
Dec 18, 2013 90 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed pink residue around nozzles and spout fixture.**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) −35
Observed several push button faucets do not remain on for at least 15 seconds. Several faucet fixtures corroded. Girls bathroom, B hall: 1 sink not working and 1 paper towel dispenser not working. Boys modular bathroom, paper towels not dispensing and 1 soap out. **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 stained ceiling tiles in hallways and media center and B5.**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 2 unlocked janitor's closets. Unlabeled spray bottles, mislabeled spray bottles in janitor's closets and C107. Cleaners stored below hand sink, B1.**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).**Mr. Joe Beers present during inspection.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “POLO RIDGE ELEMENTARY” or State ID 2060440376). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.