93.5/ 100
MALLARD CREEK STEM ACADEMY
9142 BROWNE RD, Charlotte, NC 28269
School Building · NC permit/State ID 2060441444
Latest result93.5 / 100
Last inspectedFeb 23, 2026
Inspections on record10
On record sinceAug 31, 2016
Score history
Aug 31, 2016Higher is betterFeb 23, 2026
Inspections & violations
Feb 23, 2026 93.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
- Head of custodian: April Manuel presents during walkthrough inspection.
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed 2 disrepair water fountain on 1st floor. 2 disrepair fountains in the gym. Repair needed, and keep all water fountains in good repair. Observed soiled water fountains in the gym need cleaning and keep clean.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
REPEAT
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed all hand sink throughout the building need caulking and keep in good repair. Observed 1 disrepair toilets in girls restroom second floor need repair. Observed spring loaded faucet in boy restroom run less 1 second 1st floor, timer need to be adjusted to allow proper hand washing.
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed stained ceiling tiles in restrooms on both floor and in the gym. Check for leaks and repair if needed. Replace the ceiling tiles. Keep clean. Observed damaged baseboards and wall in boy restrooms second floor need repair. Observed damaged wall on both side of the stairwell need repair. Observed damaged wall in boy restroom in the gym need repair. Keep all wall and ceiling clean and in good repair.
Feb 3, 2025 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
No point deduction at this time:
#6. Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damage on ceiling tiles inside bathrooms in the gym, several spot in classrooms, stairway hallway. Observed damage wall in boy restroom in the gym. Check for no active leaks, Repair or replacement of ceiling tiles needed.
- Head of custodian: April Manual present during inspection walkthrough
#3 · DRINKING FOUNTAINS: Clean and in good repair 40#; adequate pressure, properly regulated 40# (.2406) −20
REPEAT
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 several water fountains throughout the building with low water pressure. Water pressure adjustment needed.
Drinking fountains shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2406 (b).- Observed soiled water fountains throughout the school. Detail cleaning needed all around spouts, crevices, surfaces. Keep clean. -Observed disrepair fountains in the gym, and hall way. Repair/replace needed. Points remain the same at this time.
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
REPEAT
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).- Observed hand washing sinks throughout the building need better cleaning around surfaces and basin. Keep clean. Observed separation at the back of hand washing sink and the wall in restrooms throughout The building. Repairing/caulking needed where is applicable. Keep all fixtures in good repair. Point remains the same at time time.
Jan 12, 2024 96.5 / 100 · 2 violations
Inspector comments: NOTE:
Regional coordinator, Anntoinette Duncan walkthrough with EHS in the absence of April Manuel (Head of maintenance)
#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 several water fountains throughout the building with very low water pressure. Water pressure adjustment needed.
#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 hand drying device in restrooms both boys and girls throughout the building some are not working. Need repair. Observed separation at the back of hand washing sink and the wall in girls restroom 3-5 hallway. Repairing/caulking maybe needed.
May 23, 2023 96 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed ceiling tiles inside bathrooms inside gym water damaged in need of replacing / repair.
#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 storage directly on floor inside connecting bathrooms of 1st floor classrooms.
Oct 7, 2021 95.5 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed water damaged ceiling tiles inside group bathrooms located inside the gymnasium.
#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
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 2nd staff bathroom having aerosol sprays left accessible.
Feb 23, 2021 97 / 100 · 1 violation
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed walls cracking throughout school building in need of repair.
Nov 6, 2019 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed cracks in walls throughout school building in need of 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
REPEAT 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 chemicals stored accessible in many classrooms throughout school.
Apr 9, 2019 94 / 100 · 2 violations
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −30
REPEAT
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410. Observed cracks in walls throughout school building in need of 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
REPEAT
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 chemicals stored accessible in many classrooms throughout school.
Jan 22, 2018 92 / 100 · 4 violations
Inspector comments: NO POINTS WERE TAKEN FOR THE FOLLOWING:
#10 - Observed dumpster to be damaged at the bottom. Observed trash can without lid by dumpster area. Ensure trash cans have lids to prevent standing water. **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). **Impervious, cleanable containers with lids, approved by the Department, shall be provided for the storage of solid waste. 15A NCAC 18A .2414 (a).
#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 peeling walls behind handsinks in upstairs boys restroom and in the restroom of 133. Observed large crack in wall of bathroom 140 and cracking walls throughout other restrooms.
**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) −20
Observed caulking needed on the backs of hand sinks in bathrooms of 133, boys upstairs bathroom, and gym bathrooms. Observed no soap or paper towels present in bathroom of 133, no soap in 140, and no paper towels/hand dryers in operable in boys upstairs restroom.
**Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
**Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed cracked walls throughout building. Maintenance stated he has been working on the issue but it keeps returning.
**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, cleaners, and aerosol cans around classrooms throughout. Ensure all of these items are stored out of reach and inaccessible to children.
**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 31, 2016 95.5 / 100 · 3 violations
Inspector comments: No Points Deducted:
11. Observed some classrooms with hazardous items stored within reach of the children. Store items labeled with the phrase "Keep out of Reach of Children" on a high shelf. Keep all doors to custodial closets locked. 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).
Note: Hot water in 1st floor hallway restrooms observed at 130 F, Best practice is to temper hot water in student accessible restrooms to less than 110 F.
#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 absorbent ceiling tiles in the restrooms. Replace all restroom ceiling tiles with a non-absorbent tile. Observed stainless steel fixture wrap on the partitions in the 1st floor Girls restroom.
Walls and ceilings of toilet facilities shall be constructed of non-absorbent, washable materials and shall be kept clean. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (b).
General Comment: Observed urine on the toilet seats in rooms 117 and 111.
Toilet fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2408 (d).
#5 · LAVATORY FACILITIES: Fixtures clean and in good repair 30#; soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices provided 40# (.2409) −15
Observed some hand washing sink faucets with short run times. Adjust spring loaded faucets so that they function for at least 15 seconds.
Fixtures shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (b).
General Comment: Observed one classroom sink missing paper towels.
Soap and individual towels or approved hand-drying devices shall be provided. 15A NCAC 18A .2409 (c).
#6 · FLOORS: WALLS: AND CEILINGS: Floors, walls, and ceilings clean and in good repair 30# (.2410) −15
Observed walls in need of paint in hallways. Observed floor seams missing grout and deep enough to collect debris near hallway restrooms.
Floors, walls, and ceilings of all areas shall be kept clean and in good repair. 15A NCAC 18A .2410.
Source: Mecklenburg County Public Health – Environmental Health public inspection portal (search for “MALLARD CREEK STEM ACADEMY” or State ID 2060441444). Inspection type (routine vs. follow-up) is not published in the county's data.