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98.5/ 100

COMMONWEALTH HIGH SCHOOL

5112 CENTRAL AV, Charlotte, NC 28205
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440483
Latest result98.5 / 100
Last inspectedAug 20, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceAug 29, 2014

Score history

7085100 Aug 29, 2014: 98.5Sep 3, 2015: 98.5Sep 1, 2016: 98.5Apr 12, 2018: 98Oct 2, 2019: 97Mar 12, 2021: 96.5Nov 16, 2022: 96Jun 12, 2024: 96.5Aug 22, 2025: 97.5Aug 20, 2026: 98.5
Aug 29, 2014Higher is betterAug 20, 2026

Inspections & violations

Aug 20, 2026 98.5 / 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) −15
Waste material, unnecessary articles, rubbish, litter, or garbage shall not be allowed to accumulate on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed litter and dilapidated furniture stored surrounding dumpster area. Clean.

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Aug 22, 2025 97.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#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 students health room. 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 on the floor in supply closet. *NOTE: Report emailed to: nanci.osvai@als-education.com

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Jun 12, 2024 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed water fountain pressure too high, water was splashing on the wall/floor. Needs to be regulated. **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).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in classroom #3, #7 and in the storage closet. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Nov 16, 2022 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
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 traditional water fountains pressure too high resulting in water splashing onto the floor near boys/girls gang restrooms.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
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 on the floor in IT room and outside of IT room. *NOTE: Enrollment Specialist, Mrs. Nanci was present during time of inspection, report emailed to her at: nanci.osvai@als-education.com

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Mar 12, 2021 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: #4. 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 tissue stuck to ceiling of boys restroom.
#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 spring loaded faucets with a run time of less than 15 seconds in boys restroom. Observed 1 spring loaded hand sink loose in boys restroom
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
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 paper, cups, and toilet paper on the floor in teacher workroom.

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Oct 2, 2019 97 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING VIOLATIONS: #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 in math tutoring room. *Nanci Osvai, Enrollment Administrative Specialist, was present during time of inspection. Inspection report was signed by and emailed to her at nanci.osvai@als-education.com
#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 staining in toilet basins in boys restroom. Clean.
#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 toilet paper stored on floor in main office.

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Apr 12, 2018 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following: 4. Observed toilet tissue holders missing in boys restroom. Work order has been placed for missing holders. **Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). 6. Observed water stained ceiling tiles during inspection in classrooms. Needs to be replaced and ensure leaks are not ongoing. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Ms. Nancy Osvai (Executive Assistant) was present during inspection.
#7 · STORAGE SPACES: Clean 20#; storage off floor 20# (.2411) −20
Observed items stored on the floor in back closet. Items needs to be relocated to ensure they're not stored on the floor. **All storage shall be at least 15 inches above the floor or otherwise arranged so as to permit thorough cleaning. 15A NCAC 18A .2411.

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Sep 1, 2016 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: (NO POINTS DEDUCTED) 3. Observed low water fountain pressure located at back restrooms. Provide adequate pressure reaching above mouth piece. 7. Observed multiple storage items on floor in back left storage closet. Keep all items stored off floor for adequate cleaning. 8. Observed lights not properly operating in flex room. Repair lights. Observed hallway A/C vent collecting dust debris build up in need of cleaning. Ms. Nancy Osvai (Executive Assistant) was present during inspection.
#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 executive assistants' office and in break room. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Sep 3, 2015 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: #10 Observed debris collecting on back side of dumpster area, with high vegetation in need of maintenance. Observed far side of building sitting next to the gas station collecting heavy debris (insects & vermin) in need of cleaning. Area collecting trash after school hours. Recommended placing a 6ft tall fence lining bricks to keep the public from using site when school is not in session. Ms. Nancy Osvai (Executive Assistant) was present during inspection.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in following rooms: 1, 8, 5, 6, and storage closet. All water stained ceiling tiles in need of repair or replacement. **Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.

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Aug 29, 2014 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: #6 Observed ceiling tile missing in service provider room 2Observed ceiling tiles settling in causing debris present on keyboards in ESC room Observed stain on entrance of doorway in Reading Room.Observed wall liner separating at corner of entrance doorway Room # 8Observed chipped tile at end of hall leading from room #1, observed debris on floor in same closet.**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.5. Observed trash can not present in solo boys bathroom right wing of facility. **Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).Mr. Hanley (Principal) was present during inspection.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed short run time at boys bathroom at end of hall near vending machine. Sinks ran from 6 - 8 seconds. Sinks shall run at or longer than 15 seconds for proper hand wash. **Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).

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Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “COMMONWEALTH HIGH SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440483). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.