96.5/ 100
CHARLOTTE LAB SCHOOL
2045 SUTTLE AV, Charlotte, NC 28208
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060440641
Latest result96.5 / 100
Last inspectedJan 16, 2026
Inspections on record3
On record sinceNov 7, 2023
Score history
Nov 7, 2023Higher is betterJan 16, 2026
Inspections & violations
Jan 16, 2026 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
Observed build up in water fountains. Needs to be cleaned.
**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 touch up paint needed during the inspections. Observed water stained ceiling tile on the first floor.
**Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Jan 9, 2025 88 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d). Observed broken toilets in 1st grade bathrooms. Needs repair. (Staff stated work order has been placed and repairman have been out multiple times to work on repairs. )
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −60
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 low water pressure at 3/4th grade boys side water fountains and 5th/6th grade water fountain. Needs to be adjusted.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b). Observed black build up in spouts of water fountains throughout the building. Needs cleaning. 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
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 stall walls broken in Boys high school bathroom. Needs repair. Observed torn wall paint at entrance to 5/6th grade girls bathroom. Needs 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 1 automatic sink not working in girls high school bathroom, boys 5th/6th grade bathroom, boys 3rd/4th grade bathroom and 2nd grade bathroom. Needs repair.
#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 cleaners, aerosol sprays, disinfectant wipes and other chemicals stored accessible to children throughout. Needs to be stored to prevent health hazards. (Read Manufacturer label stating “Keep out of reach of children”)
Nov 7, 2023 96 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: No points deducted.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b). Observed girls middle schools floor 2 bathroom with faucet not operating at middle sink. Observed faucet not operating in bathroom hall on first floor elementary classrooms middle sink. Needs repair.
#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 build up on drinking fountains. Needs cleaning.
#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 due to broken soap dispensers in boys bathroom in floor 2 middle school.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “CHARLOTTE LAB SCHOOL” or State ID 2060440641). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.