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RIVER GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
15340 SMITH RD, Charlotte, NC 28273
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440422
Latest result98 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 17, 2026
Inspections on record12
On record sinceOct 17, 2013
Score history
Oct 17, 2013Higher is betterFeb 17, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 17, 2026 98 / 100 · 1 violation
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −20
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed one hand dryer in boys bathroom on 2nd floor not operating. Repair.
Feb 7, 2025 93.5 / 100 · 2 violations
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 drinking fountain on 1st floor with too high of pressure. Adjust pressure so that water does not splash on the floor.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −35
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed two hand sinks in girls bathroom and two hand sinks in boys bathroom outside of media center not working. Repair.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed one hand dryer not operable in girls bathroom on second floor. Repair.
#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 ceiling tiles missing in girls and boys bathrooms on 2nd floor. Replace ceiling tiles. Observed stained ceiling tiles in cafeteria. Replace. REPEAT
Jan 30, 2024 93 / 100 · 3 violations
#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 cafeteria and throughout hallways. Check for leaks and replace tiles. 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 many boxes and items stored on the floor or in a manner that would not permit thorough cleaning in PTA room and storage on stage. Needs to be stored to permit thorough cleaning.
#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 air fresheners in unlocked staff bathrooms on second floor. Observed disinfectant wipes stored accessible to children in A116, A146, A227, A232, A210, and A216. Needs to be stored according to labels to avoid health hazards. REPEAT.
Oct 26, 2022 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: Walk through completed with Kevin.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed black residue and build up on 2nd floor water fountain spouts.
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 missing ceiling tiles in girls restroom (2nd floor, mid-hall) and in front of entrance to same girls restroom. Observed stained ceiling tile mid-hall on 1st floor.
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 aerosol Lysol near door in room B1, disinfectant wipes near door in A9, and disinfectant wipes on bookshelf in Library. Keep all hazardous items stored away from students. Adhere to storage instructions on labels.
Dec 13, 2021 94 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Inspection completed with Esther Tate.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed heavily stained, bulging ceiling tile near work room and stained tile near clock on main 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) −30
Observed disinfectant wipes stored in reach of children in A12, B13, and B14. Observed chemical spray stored on shelving near front door in B22. Keep all hazardous items in reach of children. Adhere to instructions on labels.
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 8, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points deducted: #11--Observed disinfectant wipes out in various classrooms on counters, keep hazardous items out of reach of children. School is currently remote/virtual learning. Adhere to rule once in-person learning resumes.
**Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.**
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in A3, media center, and near Gym. Repeat.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Mar 4, 2019 92.5 / 100 · 3 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 cleaning needed on restroom walls throughout building. Observed cleaning needed on the base of toilets in gang restrooms and in A9. Observed baseboard tile missing from corner in girls upstairs gang restroom #2.
**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 spring-loaded faucets to be running less than 15 seconds in several classroom restrooms. Observed re-caulking needed behind the hand sink in girls upstairs gang restroom #2.
**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 in A hallway and in media center.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Feb 22, 2018 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
3. Observed a water fountain with the mouthpiece in disrepair (twisiting around)- downstairs. Also, 2 of the low water fountains are very warm to the touch- 1 upstairs & 1 downstairs.
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) −30
Repeat: Observed the spring loaded faucets in the classroom restrooms stay on for less than 15 seconds. Ensure the spring loaded faucets stay on for 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
Repeats:
-Observed stained ceiling tiles in A11. Replace the tiles and repair any leaks (if they are not already fixed).
-Observed a hole in the wall in the downstairs custodial closet. 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 bulk disinfectant wipes, plugins, and/or bulk bottles of hand sanitizer stored within reach of the children in several classes.
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: esther.tate@cms.k12.nc.us & terrii.cooper@cms.k12.nc.us
Oct 17, 2016 91 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS DEDUCTED TODAY:
10. Observed the dumpster lids open.
Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).
7. Observed boxes of tissue and soap stored on the floor in some of the storage spaces (inside & outside the building).
All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.
#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 the spring loaded faucets in the restrooms stay on for less than 15 seconds. Ensure the spring loaded faucets stay on for 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 stained ceiling tiles in the upstairs hallway and in B24. Replace the tiles and repair the leaks (if they are not already fixed).
-Observed wall damage in the downstairs custodial closet. 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 disinfectant wipes, cleaners (Swiffer refills on brooms)rubbing alcohol, plugins, and/or bulk bottles of hand sanitizer in several classes. All were unlocked and within reach of the 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).
Oct 21, 2015 91 / 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 Non-Compliance: Observed the spring loaded faucets in the restrooms within the classes stay on for less than 15 seconds. (Some immediately turned off). Ensure the spring loaded faucets stay on for a minimum of 15 seconds to facilitate proper handwashing.-Observed one of the hand dryers not working in the upstairs boy's gang restroom.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 Non-Compliance: Observed stained ceiling tiles in the hallways and in B23.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 aerosol sprays, disinfectant wipes, cleaners, and/or bulk bottles of hand sanitizer in several classes. All were unlocked and within reach of the 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).-3. GENERAL COMMENT: Observed low water pressure at a water fountain by room A13.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).-Ms. Tate present during the inspection. Report emailed to esther.tate@cms.k12.nc.us & kimberly.odom@cms.k12.nc.us
Jan 16, 2015 90 / 100 · 4 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −40
Thoroughly clean water nozzle and mouth guard on water fountain on second floor and first floor near gang bathrooms! Observed mouth guard soiled and microbial growth present on nozzle on second and first floor water fountains.Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). REPEAT
#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 walls soiled in gang bathrooms upon entering bathrooms, under hand drying devices, soap dispensers. General wiping/cleaning of walls throughout bathrooms. Repaint wall behind toilet in room A16 bathroom. Clean wall around light switch and behind toilet in A122 and A15 Replace missing base tile cove moulding in boys bathroom on second floor.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
Observed spring loaded faucets at hand washing sinks and bathrooms within classrooms with run time less than 15 seconds. Spring loaded faucets shall operate for at least fifteen seconds!Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). REPEAT
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Wipe/clean lower section of wall throughout in hallway area. General touch-up paint throughout in classrooms. Replace water stained ceiling tiles in hallway area near gym. Clean lower section of wall in cafe. Clean floors throughout in classrooms. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. GENERAL COMMENTS: #10. Replace card board dumpster with missing lid. 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). #8. Wipe/dust top of projection screen in classrooms. Recommend not storing wooden pallet on side and in A1. Do not want pallet to fall on student and if pallet is laid flat on floor it will become a trip hazard. Ms. Tate present at time of inspection.
Oct 17, 2013 94.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: Ms. Tate present during inspection.GC # 11: Label spray bottles in classrooms, even if just water.GC #4: Two loose toilet seats, work order already submitted.GC # 8: Many blinds a little dusty.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed drinking fountains with residue around nozzles, several throughout.**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:Spring loaded faucets with run times less than 15 seconds, hand sinks throughout.Soap out in one dispenser, rooms A105, A236, A237.**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “RIVER GATE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440422). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.