96.5/ 100
SOUTHWEST CHARLOTTE STEM ACADEMY
5203 SHOPTON RD, Charlotte, NC 28278
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440576
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 6, 2026
Inspections on record6
On record sinceAug 30, 2019
Score history
Aug 30, 2019Higher is betterFeb 6, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 6, 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 urinal in boys 1st floor bathroom out of order. Repair.
#9 · DRESSING ROOMS AND SHOWERS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean, in good repair, washable, non-absorbent 30#; fixtures clean, in good repair 40#; facilities for storage of clothes provided, kept clean 20#; soap and towel 10* (.2413) −15
Floors, walls, and ceilings of dressing rooms and showers shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2413 (a). Observed large hole in wall in boys locker room. Repair.
Feb 11, 2025 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#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
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed sticky floor in need of cleaning in 2nd floor boys bathroom. REPEAT
Nov 28, 2023 92.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: #3-Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed build up around water fountain bases on 1st floor
#6-Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in lobby and room 232
#7- 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 stacks of boxes on floor in custodial closet. More shelving is needed to facilitate cleaning.
#11- There shall be no fly or mosquito breeding places, rodent harborages, or undrained areas on the premises. 15A NCAC 18A .2415 (a). Observed large bin of turf holding standing water, drain so no standing water.
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 lots different sprays, disinfectant wipes, and hand sanitizers within reach of children. Can keep a bottle of hand sanitizer out if supervised
#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
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 stained tile where fire alarm is. Replace with vinyl wrapped ceiling tile.
Floors of toilet facilities shall be impervious and kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (c). Observed floors excessively sticky in boy’s bathroom.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed broken urinal, upstairs.
#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 some sinks in bathrooms not working.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c). Observed broken toilet paper dispensers. Soap dispensers broken, not working or empty, several bathrooms
#10 · SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL: Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved type 20*; clean and in good repair 20#; empties as needed, properly disposed of 40# (.2414) −10
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). Observed large slit in back of dumpster with sludge trail where leaked, replace dumpster with one that doesn’t leak and keep doors closed.
Jun 7, 2022 100 / 100 · 0 violations
Inspector comments: No violations were observed during the inspection.
No violations were recorded for this inspection.
Mar 19, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: Covid 19 restrictions, no signature required.
#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 microban and disinfectant spray on counter in 149, virex on shelf behind teacher's desk in 148, wipes and disinfectant spray on table near entrance of class in 212, and microban in 130. Observed janitor's closet unlocked and unoccupied on 2nd floor. Keep all hazardous items stored away from children. Suggest placing items in closet or in desk.
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).
Aug 30, 2019 98 / 100 · 1 violation
Inspector comments: NO POINTS
#6: Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Recommend removing the carpeting out from under the refrigerators in the staff lounge (second floor).
#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 no soap or paper towels at warming kitchen hand sink.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “SOUTHWEST CHARLOTTE STEM ACADEMY” or State ID 2060440576). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.