Avondale Elementary School
Last inspected: Mar 23, 2026
74
Score
Avondale Elementary School appears in inspection records seven times, starting in 2024. The most recent report on file is from Mar 23, 2026. When a facility lands in medium risk territory, it usually means a mixed inspection result.
Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around four violations each.
“Food-contact surfaces” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing six times across the record.
By comparison, the average Avondale Estates facility scores 87, putting Avondale Elementary School on the weaker side. The record is unremarkable in either direction.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 23, 2026
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pink organic substance on the inner roof inside of ice bin. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. Discussed with the PIC to discard the ice from the ice machine and to thoroughly clean and sanitize the unit before putting it back into use.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dish stacked as clean with dried food debris on the outside of container. Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board; P (ii) Each time there is a change from working with raw foods to working with ready-to-eat food...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a wet wiping cloth stored in a sanitizer bucket with improper sanitizer concentration, and another wet wiping cloth left on the countertop outside of the sanitizer solution. Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. 1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be: (i) Maintained dry; and (ii) Used for no other purpose. 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); PIC remade sanitizer bucket and placed wet wiping cloths inside buckets.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the main kitchen exit door open, with a screen containing large gaps that could allow pest entry. Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC closed the exit door of the main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
74
Nov 10, 2025
Followup
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: CA: Condition. Food shall be safe, unadulterated, and honestly presented. P OBSERVATION: Lettuce (dated 10-23-25) and carrots in the outdoor cooler are discolored and milky (respectively). COS: products discarded.
511-6-1.04(1)
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: sliced turkey holding above 41F in the prep sink while thawing. CA: (f) Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Hot and Cold Holding. Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below COS- sliced turkey packages placed in the cooler and freezer.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: 2 severely dented cans of sliced apples in partially used case observed on shelf in the storage room. COS- canned discarded CA: Package Integrity. Food packages shall be in good condition and protect the integrity of the contents so that the food is not exposed to adulteration or potential contaminants. Pf
511-6-1.04(3)(e)
11C - approved thawing methods used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: Sliced turkey observed in the prep sink in stagnant warm water to thaw. CA: Thawing. Except as specified in paragraph 4 of this subsection, time/temperature control for safety food shall be thawed: 1. Under refrigeration that maintains the food temperature at 41°F (5°C) or less; PF or 2. Completely submerged under running water: (i) At a water temperature of 70°F (21°C) or below, PF (ii) With sufficient water velocity to agitate and float off loose particles in an overflow PF, and (iii) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of ready-to-eat food to rise above 41°F (5°C), or (iv) For a period of time that does not allow thawed portions of a raw animal food requiring cooking to be above 41°F (5°C), for more than 4 hours including: (I) The time the food is ex...
511-6-1.04(6)(c)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: OBSERVATION: Floor of the empty exterior walk-in freezer is unclean. Some black-build-up (spots) on the paper & plastic near the outdoor cooler door. CA: 2. The food-contact surfaces of cooking equipment and pans shall be kept free of encrusted grease deposits and other soil accumulations. 3. Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be kept free of an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
61
Oct 30, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 4 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
10D - food properly labeled; original container
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Two bags of unopened shredded lettuce in the outdoor cooler with use by dates of 10-16-25. COS-bags discarded. A: TCS products shall not be expired.
511-6-1.04(8)(b)
3-1C - food in good condition, safe, and unadulterated
Inspector notes: Dead and live flying insects observed in the bag of wheat and white flour in the storage room. CA: Food shall be free of pests and any other type of adulterants. COS: bags of flour and any other products with pests inside of the food containers must be discarded by EOD.
511-6-1.04(1)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
Inspector notes: Interior of the ice machine is unclean with pink and black build-up. CA: Food contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch. Ice must be discarded and interior cleaned and sanitized by the end of the day.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed dead insects in the dry storage on oil container, bags of food (flour), the floor etc..
511-6-1.07(5)(l)
12A - contamination prevented during food preparation, storage, display
Inspector notes: Observed food and beverages stored on the floor of the outdoor walk-in cooler. CA: Food and beverages shall be stored 6" above the floor.
511-6-1.04(4)(q)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Observed ice build-up on the floor and ceiling of the outdoor freezer. Observed top exterior of the dishmachine, interior of some drawers unclean with debris. Some black-build-up on the paper & plastic near the outdoor cooler door. CA: Nonfood contact surfaces shall be clean to sight and touch.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
Inspector notes: Observed several flying insects in the dry storage room and the kitchen near the pass thru-units. CA: Facility shall be free of pests. PIC advised to contact upper management to have pest control to service the facility.
511-6-1.07(5)(k)
55
Mar 13, 2025
Routine
2 major violations. 2 minor violations. 4 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed pink organic substance on the inner roof inside of ice bin. Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces,& Utensils (Pf) (7) Cleaning of Equipment and Utensils. (a) Equipment, Food-Contact Surfaces, and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be clean to sight and touch. Pf. Discussed with the PIC to discard the ice from the ice machine and to thoroughly clean and sanitize the unit before putting it back into use.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
4-2B - food-contact surfaces: cleaned & sanitized
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed dish stacked as clean with dried food debris on the outside of container. Food Contact Surfaces and Utensils - Cleaning Frequency (P, C) (b) Equipment Food-Contact Surfaces and Utensils. 1. Equipment food-contact surfaces and utensils shall be cleaned: (i) Before each use with a different type of raw animal food such as beef, fish, lamb, pork, or poultry. It does not apply if the food-contact surface or utensil is in contact with a succession of different types of raw meat and raw poultry each requiring a higher cooking temperature as specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1.04(5)(a) than the previous type such as preparing raw pork followed by cutting raw poultry on the same cutting board; P (ii) Each time there is a change from working with raw foods to working with ready-to-eat food...
511-6-1.05(7)(b)
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a wet wiping cloth stored in a sanitizer bucket with improper sanitizer concentration, and another wet wiping cloth left on the countertop outside of the sanitizer solution. Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation (C) (m) Wiping Cloths, Use Limitation. 1. Cloths in-use for wiping food spills from tableware and carry-out containers that occur as food is being served shall be: (i) Maintained dry; and (ii) Used for no other purpose. 2. Cloths in-use for wiping counters and other equipment surfaces shall be: (i) Held between uses in a chemical sanitizer solution at a concentration specified under DPH Rule 511-6-1-.05(6)(n); PIC remade sanitizer bucket and placed wet wiping cloths inside buckets.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
18 - insects, rodents, and animals not present
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed the main kitchen exit door open, with a screen containing large gaps that could allow pest entry. Outer Openings Protected (C) (m) Outer Openings, Protected. 1. Except as specified in paragraphs 2 through 5 of this subsection, outer openings of a food service establishment shall be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by: (i) Filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors, walls, and ceilings; (ii) Closed, tight-fitting windows; and (iii) Solid, self-closing, tight-fitting doors. PIC closed the exit door of the main kitchen.
511-6-1.07(2)(m)
74
Feb 7, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: CA: Time/temperature control for safety food (tcs) shall cold hold @41F or below. Observed food (TC) in the 2dr Beverage Air cooler holding for more than 24 hours above 41F. see * product being discarded
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
11A - proper cooling methods used: adequate equipment for temperature control
Inspector notes: Cold holding equipment shall be sufficient to properly maintain tcs foods at 41F or below. Observed only 1 in use TCS food cooler over stacked w/food items. Products out of temperature were discarded.
511-6-1.05(3)(a)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of good repair. Observed walk-in freezer unable to maintain products frozen.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Non food contact surfaces shall be kept clean. Observed shelves in the WIC with some black and white build-up, floor & coving in the WIC observed with black build-up. Interior of the not in use milk box unclean with spillage.
511-6-1.05(7)(a)
70
Sep 25, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
6-1A - proper cold holding temperatures
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Except during preparation, cooking, or cooling, or when time is used as the public health control, time/temperature control for safety food shall be maintained at 41°F (5°C) or below OBSERVATION: sliced cheese holding in the pass thru cooler at 46 and 49F. COS- cheese was placed Continental freezer to cool.
511-6-1.04(6)(f)
15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used
Inspector notes: Equipment shall be maintained in a state of repair and condition that meets the requirements specified under subsections (1) and (2) of this Rule. OBSERVATION: Walk in freezer is not holding at a temperature that would allow for food to be kept frozen solid nor cold held. Numerous plastic pans and lids are severely cracked/broken. Discussed with PIC that replacement is needed. Ice machine is leaking water from the bottom. Email to Director of School Nutrition sent regarding this.
511-6-1.05(6)(a)
15C - nonfood-contact surfaces clean
Inspector notes: Nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment shall be cleaned at a frequency necessary to preclude accumulation of soil residues. OBSERVATION: shelves in the walk in cooler have black fuzz like build-up.
511-6-1.05(7)(d)
78
Apr 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Avondale Elementary School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Avondale Elementary School on file is from Mar 23, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Avondale Elementary School?
Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Avondale Elementary School.
How does Avondale Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Avondale Estates?
Avondale Elementary School most recently scored 74 out of 100, which is lower than the Avondale Estates average of 87.
Has Avondale Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Avondale Elementary School have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a medium risk rating mean?
A medium risk rating at Avondale Elementary School means the most recent inspection turned up a handful of issues that the health department wrote up but did not classify as critical.
How often is Avondale Elementary School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Avondale Elementary School is inspected around four times per year on average.
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