96.5/ 100
LAKE NORMAN CHARTER SCHOOL
12435 OLD STATESVILLE RD, Huntersville, NC 28078
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440382
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 13, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceSep 5, 2013
Score history
Sep 5, 2013Higher is betterFeb 13, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 13, 2026 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- No point deductions:
#4. Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).- Observed disrepair urinal cover with plastic bag in men’s restroom 5th grade hallway, disrepair toilet in one of the restrooms cover with plastic bag in 8th grade hallway. Repair needed. Keep all toilet fixtures in good repair.
#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 school need better cleaning all around mouth guards, nozzles, and base. Keep clean throughout.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.- Observed missing ceiling tiles/ stained ceiling tiles in men locker room. Observed dead bugs inside light shield cover in both locker rooms, and some part of the building, cleaning needed and keep all fixtures clean. Stained ceiling tiles in room 218. Check for leaks/repair/replace ceiling tiles. Half point deducted due to improvement.
Feb 21, 2025 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No point deduction:
#3. Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed one water fountain in front of the gym need to be tightened. It loose and spray water out to the floor. Keep all in good repair.
#5. Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).- Observed one broken soap dispenser in girl restroom 7th hallway. Need repair.
- Assistant Facility Director: Chris Gugliuzza 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 stained/missing ceiling tiles in lady and men locker room, room 218, 8th elective hallway. Check for leaks/repair/replace ceiling tiles. Observed throughout the facility, dead bugs inside light shield fixtures, detail cleaning needed and keep all fixtures clean.
Mar 13, 2024 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Maintenance: Mr. Chris and Mr. Scott present during inspection
#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 stained on ceiling tiles in 6th, 7th, 8th grade hallway. Check for possible active leaks, repair, and replace the ceiling tiles. Observed big hole on the wall in boy’s locker room and flooring needs cleaning and keep clean.
May 17, 2023 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
REPEAT
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 staff bathrooms unlocked having aerosols, spray chemicals left accessible to children, keep doors locked or removed chemical sprays and aerosols.
Sep 14, 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 janitorial closets left open throughout with cleaners accessible. (note) doors were locked but not pulled to latch, CDI all doors locked during inspection.
Observed staff bathrooms left open with aerosol sprays left accessible, CDI doors locked during inspection.
Nov 24, 2020 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 multiple water damaged ceiling tiles throughout hallways and classrooms in need of repair. (if leak is present, repair leak and replace ceiling tile).
Mar 8, 2019 95 / 100 · 2 violations
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
REPEAT
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 fixtures inside gym damaged 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
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; (Recommendation) lock chemicals up when not in use, either a lockable area within classroom and/or locking classroom door when room is vacant.
May 14, 2018 93 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING:
#3 - Observed water fountains with pink build-up and pressure too high in need of regulation. **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). **Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#9 - Observed hole in the wall of boys locker room. Observed splatter on ceiling in shower of boys locker room. Observed cleaning and/or touch-up paint needed on walls in locker rooms.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a).
**All fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (d).
#11 - Observed Lysol wipes being stored on desk in room 505. Store chemicals out of reach or out of sight. **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).
#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
REPEAT Observed hole in the wall of gym. Observed loose toilet seats in several places throughout school. Observed missing baseboard tile in boys gym lobby restroom. Observed cleaning needed on floor grout of gang bathrooms. Observed soiled toilet seat in boys classroom gang 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).
**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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
REPEAT Observed water stained ceiling tiles in hallways, gym storage closet, and girls gang bathroom of gym lobby. Observed cleaning needed on the floor of the cafetorium kitchen.
**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
REPEAT Observed dead insects collecting in several light shields 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).
May 17, 2017 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 8) 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 covers in room 801 to have bugs in them.
5)Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed one soap dispenser to have sanitizer instead of soap in High School men's room near gym
#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
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 hole in dry wall of high school men's room and torn drywall (soap dispenser was removed) in high school women's room.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed toilet fixture in girls 5th grade bathroom to be out of order.
#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 wall damage in room 216. Observed stained ceiling tiles in rooms 813, 123, and 118.
Sep 24, 2015 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountain collecting residue in hallway.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Improvement from previous inspection.
Oct 10, 2014 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains throughout facility collecting residue on mouth guards.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed ceiling tiles in hallways, gym locker room, and stage areas discolored.Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.Mr. Warren Colby present during inspection.
Sep 5, 2013 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: 4. Obsreved toilet seat in girls locker room loose.**Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. See rule .2408 (d).10. Observed lids open on dumpster.**Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. See rule .2414 (a).Mr. Able present during inspection.Observed ice machine guard collecting residue in kitchenette. Reccomend cleaning interior of machine more frequently.
#8 · LIGHTING AND VENTILATION: Fixtures, grills, vents, blinds, drapes, etc., clean and in good repair 40# (.2412) −20
Observed dusty vents in classrooms throuhout 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) −30
Observed aerosol air fresheners in several staff restrooms. Observed WD40 unlcoked in room 805.**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).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “LAKE NORMAN CHARTER SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440382). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.