Bethlehem Elementary School

1000 Academic Parkway, Locust Grove, GA 30248

School / Childcare

License: Food Service

Last inspected: Apr 29, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Bethlehem Elementary School has been inspected five times since 2024. Inspectors last stopped by on Apr 29, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

When inspectors have written things up, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been the most frequent reason, cited two times.

Among Locust Grove restaurants, the typical score is 78; Bethlehem Elementary School is comfortably above that bar. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 29, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.

View 2 violations

4-1B - proper disposition of returned, previously served, reconditioned, and unsafe food (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed dented can of tomatoes in dry storage area. A food that is unsafe, adulterated, or not honestly presented shall be discarded or reconditioned according to an approved procedure. COS: PIC discarded canned tomatoes.

511-6-1.04(8)(a)

14C - single-use/single-service articles: properly stored, used (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed sliced ham and turkey in Tilapia bags. Single-service and single-use articles may not be reused. COS: PIC removed deli meats from tilapia bags and placed them in reusable food grade containers.

511-6-1.05(6)(r)

Sep 24, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 6, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

View 4 violations

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Observed prepped food items (2 pans of portioned shredded cheese) stored in the walk in cooler with expired dates. The cheese expired on 3/4 and 3/5. Advised manager to make sure to use a first in and first out system to discard expired food items (COS).

511-6-1.04(6)(h)

6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Observed a package of opened shredded cheese without a expiration or disposal date.

511-6-1.04(6)(g)

16A - hot and cold water available; adequate pressure

Inspector notes: Observed the cold water not working at the handwashing sink in the back of the kitchen. A work order was provided that showed a workorder was placed on 1/30/25. Technician Robert Quinton came to the facility on 1/30/25 and shut the cold water off. Then came back on 3/5/25 and PIC did not get an update on the sink. The handwashing sink which is located in the prep area must be fixed by Wednesday, 3/12/25 to allow employees hot and cold water to properly wash hands. An "out of order" sign was placed on the sink so the employees will know to use another sink to properly wash hands. Please email a copy of the service report to sabrina.young@dph.ga.gov

511-6-1.06(1)(g)

17A - toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, cleaned

Inspector notes: Observed the lid broken on the garbage can in the unisex restroom. Advised PIC to replace the garbage can in the restroom with one with a lid for sanitary napkins.

511-6-1.06(5)(h)

Sep 12, 2024

Routine

3 minor violations.

View 3 violations

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed several light shields throughout the kitchen, serving line, and the mop room with dust debris (interior and exterior).

511-6-1.07(2)(i)

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed a thick rust debris in the bottom of the reach in freezer and cooler for "staff only".

511-6-1.05(2)(a)

17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Observed water nesting on the floor in the kitchen.

511-6-1.07(2)(a)

Mar 27, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

15A - food and nonfood-contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed, and used

Inspector notes: Observed a thick dust/black mold-like specs on the ceiling of the walk in cooler. Please clean to avoid contamination of food products.

511-6-1.05(2)(d)

17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: Observed several light shields throughout the kitchen with dust particles on the inside.

511-6-1.07(2)(i)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bethlehem Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bethlehem Elementary School on file is from Apr 29, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Bethlehem Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, “adequate ventilation and lighting” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Bethlehem Elementary School.

How does Bethlehem Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Locust Grove?

Bethlehem Elementary School most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Locust Grove average of 78.

Has Bethlehem Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bethlehem Elementary School have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bethlehem Elementary School means inspectors found minimal or no significant issues at the most recent visit. Most facilities at this tier have a clean recent inspection report.

How often is Bethlehem Elementary School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bethlehem Elementary School is inspected around two times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Fairfield Inn

690 Market Place Blvd

Score: 61 — Medium Risk

Touchdown Wings

4926 Bill Gardner Pkwy

Score: 67 — Medium Risk

Burger King

4860 Bill Gardner Parkway

Score: 86 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Locust Grove → School / Childcare restaurants in Georgia → School / Childcare restaurants in Locust Grove