96.5/ 100
BALLANTYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
15425 SCHOLASTIC DR, Charlotte, NC 28277
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440397
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedMar 3, 2026
Inspections on record11
On record sinceJan 15, 2014
Score history
Jan 15, 2014Higher is betterMar 3, 2026
Inspections & violations
Mar 3, 2026 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 2 urinals out of order in boys 3rd floor bathroom. Repair.
#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 one sink out of order in boys 2nd floor bathroom and sink not working in girls 3rd floor bathroom. Repair.
Feb 28, 2025 91 / 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 buildup in nozzles of majority of water fountains throughout school. Keep clean.
#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 toilets in trailer bathrooms in need of cleaning.
#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 stained ceiling tiles on 3rd floor hallway. Replace.
Dec 15, 2023 91.5 / 100 · 3 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 dead insects inside of light shields sporadically throughout school building.
*NOTE: Mr. English was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to him and Principal at the following:
Cleveland.english@cms.k12.nc.us
Summer.rogers@cms.k12.nc.us
#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 detailed cleaning needed to water fountain nozzles throughout school building.
#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
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 toilet paper stuck to ceiling of girls restrooms located on level 3.
#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 stained ceiling tiles in classroom B101 and outside of classroom B305. EHS advises school to ensure no active leak is occurring and to have stained ceiling tiles replaced.
Oct 12, 2022 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed black residue on gray water fountain spouts (1st, 2nd, and 3rd floor).
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 hand sinks in girls 2nd floor restroom needing to be resealed to wall.
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 stained ceiling tiles in 101, 108, hall near 305, and hall near 308.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jul 20, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Accompanied by head custodian, Cleveland English.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Repeat: Observed stained ceiling tiles in the hallway on the 3rd floor (near 305), bright green paint peeling on 3rd floor hallway, and stained ceiling tiles on 1st floor.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Nov 6, 2020 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
11. Observed disinfectant wipes stored within reach of children in some classes (under the handsink cabinets). Ensure these items are placed out of reach of the children when the rooms are used for in-person learning or if they already are.
Report emailed to: summer.rogers@cms.k12.nc.us; temika.smith@cms.k12.nc.us; cleveland.english@cms.k12.nc.us; lisam1.johnson@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) −30
Repeat: Observed the walls in the boy's mobile restroom in disrepair- holes and water damage. Repair the issue and repair the walls.
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) −30
-Repeat: Observed several of the spring loaded faucets with short run times. Regulate to provide a minimum of 15 seconds (20 seconds for Covid-19) run time.
-Observed pink buildup on and around the faucets in the boy's mobile restroom. Clean.
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 hallway on the 3rd floor, class 307, and in mobiles 119 & 222. Repair issue and replace tiles.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Nov 8, 2018 91 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
7. Observed packages of paper stacked on the floor in B217 (tutor room).
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC
18A .2411.
8. Observed a light fixture3 cover broken and hanging in MC119. Replace.
All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Report emailed to cleveland.english@cms.k12.nc.us & summer.rogers@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) −15
-Observed the wall damaged behind the urinal in the mobile restroom. Repair.
-Observed black microbial growth on the ceiling of the boy's and men's mobile restrooms. Provide treatment.
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 several of the spring loaded faucets with a runtime of less than 15 seconds. Regulate to provide a runtime of a minimum
of 15 seconds to facilitate 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 water stained ceiling tiles on the 3rd grade hall, in B201, B220 along with paint damage on the wall by the mop sink, MC119, and MC127.
-Observed dust buildup on the ceiling tiles and vents in MC127.
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 hazardous items (cans of paint, cleaners, disinfectant wipes, aerosol disinfectant, aerosol spray paints, etc) stored in reach of the students in B210, B201, and Gym storage. 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).
Jun 2, 2017 93 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #11--Observed clorox wipes in reach on children in B212.
#4-Observed spit balls on ceiling in boys room on 2nd floor.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Observed black residue on spout of water fountains near restrooms on all 3 floors.
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) −30
Observed water damaged ceiling tiles on 3rd floor on left side of hallway and in classrooms B308 and B101 (bookshelf).
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 28, 2016 93 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountains need better cleaning inside nozzles.
**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 2 sinks not working in girl's bathroom, 3rd floor.
**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) −15
Observed several stained ceiling tiles in hall on 3rd floor and room 306.
**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 dusty vent in gym. Dusty blinds and window sills in classrooms, 1st floor.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Dec 12, 2014 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #3 Observed 1 water fountain with low pressure. Pressure shall be maintained to provide flow over mouth covering protector#9 Observed light out in boys bathroom 3rd floor, and 3rd floor hallway.#7 Observed chairs, carts, desks stored in bathrooms on 1st floor. B111, B106, B107#11 Observed disinfectant wipes stored out in 1 room (B302)Mr. English was 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 spring loaded faucets with short run time in 2nd & 3rd floor girls and boys hall. Observed hand sink faucets turned off in B111 for repairs. Observed 1 boys mod toilet out of order. **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 Non Compliance: Observed water stained ceiling tiles in 1st floor hall, B304, B306, 3rd floor hall, B309, B112. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 15, 2014 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Mr. Cleveland English present during inspection.GC #6: Observed a couple of ceiling tiles moldy in hallway on 3rd floor.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed sinks in bathrooms with build-up around fixtures. Sinks in classrooms with build-up around drains.**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 blinds in classrooms and some vents in classrooms dusty.**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “BALLANTYNE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440397). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.