96.5/ 100
EMERALD SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE
4012 CENTRAL AV, Charlotte, NC 28205
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440571
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedAug 26, 2026
Inspections on record8
On record sinceJun 12, 2019
Score history
Jun 12, 2019Higher is betterAug 26, 2026
Inspections & violations
Aug 26, 2026 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: *NOTE: Principal Mary was present during time of inspection. Report emailed to:
maryf@emeraldschool.org
#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 black build up inside of drinking fountain nozzle. Clean.
#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 minor peeling paint on walls throughout facility.
Aug 28, 2025 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#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 plaster bubbling in boys restroom. Observed stained ceiling tiles in studio room and math room. Observed stained on carpet sporadically.
*NOTE: Report emailed to Principal, Mary Ferreri, at the following:
maryf@emeraldschool.org
Sep 5, 2024 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the music room and back room nook.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Sep 5, 2023 95 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points were deducted for the following:
4. Observed loose toilet seat in the girls restroom. Needs to be tightened.
**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) −30
Observed water stained ceiling tiles in the music room and student lounge.
**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 vent covers in need of cleaning in the girls and boys restroom. Observed dead insects in the light shield in the hallway. Observed light shield missing in the workout room.
**All windows and fixtures (grills, vents, blinds, drapes, lighting fixtures, etc.) shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2412 (b).
Sep 22, 2022 93 / 100 · 3 violations
#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 need cleaning. Keep clean even if not used.
#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 urine line down front of urinal. Toilet bases with build up.
#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. Repeat- Observed stained carpeting and ceiling tiles throughout. Window sills need dusting.
Sep 17, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
11. Observed aerosol disinfectant sprays stored on windowsills and other low places in classes. Store out of reach of the students or out of sight 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).
Ms. Mary F. Present during the inspection.
Report emailed to maryf@emeraldschool.org
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
Repeat: Observed stained ceiling tiles. Repair any issues and replace the tiles.
Observed the carpet in the halls in need of cleaning and the carpet strip separated from the carpet in the art room. Repair to prevent a trip hazard.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jul 31, 2020 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed ceiling tiles with water stains. Informed that staining from previous leak. Tiles need to be replaced.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jun 12, 2019 98.5 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed wall damage from moisture large classroom with 2 doors. Couple classrooms with water stains.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “EMERALD SCHOOL OF EXCELLENCE” or State ID 2060440571). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.