Key Elementary School

2520 Broadmoor Dr, Columbus, GA 31903
School / Childcare
License: Food Service
Last inspected: Apr 21, 2026
86
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Key Elementary School has five inspections on file, the first dated 2024. The most recent visit was on Apr 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Restaurants in Columbus average 94, so Key Elementary School trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 21, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed chicken nuggets stored in RIC in main kitchen near 3-compartment sink with a date of 4/10/26. Observed two packets of broccoli stored in same RIC with a date of 4/19/26. Rule:
511-6-1.04(6)(g)
17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed a phone stored on counter top near ovens in main kitchen area where food had been prepared. Observed a phone on a table used to store disposable utensils near front service area. Rule: . Areas designated for employees to eat, drink, use tobacco products and electronic devices shall be located so that food, equipment, linens, and single-service and single-use articles are protected from contamination. Corrective Action: PIC moved employee phones.COS
511-6-1.07(4)(b)
86
Oct 29, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
12C - wiping cloths: properly used and stored (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed wiping cloth in red bucket under counter in front food service area in liquid which tested 0 ppm using chlorine and quant ammonium testing strip. Rule: 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) Corrective action: PIC replaced liquid with sanitizer which tested at required concentration.
511-6-1.04(4)(m)
95
May 13, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Nov 8, 2024
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
6-2 - proper date marking and disposition (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed fajita chicken marked with a prep date of 10-28-24 and sausage patties with a prep date of 10-30-24 located in walk in cooler. Corrective action: Ready-to-Eat, Time/Temperature Control for Safety Food, Disposition. 1. A food that requires datemarking shall be discarded if it: (i) Exceeds 7 days, not including the time that the product is frozen; P (ii) Is in a container or package that does not bear a date or day; P or (iii) Is appropriately marked with a date or day that exceeds 7 days . P 2. Refrigerated, ready-to-eat, time / temperature control for safety food prepared in a food service establishment and dispensed through a vending machine with an automatic shutoff control shall be discarded if it exceeds 7 days. P Corrected on site: Person in charge discarded food.
511-6-1.04(6)(h)
86
Apr 16, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Key Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Key Elementary School on file is from Apr 21, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Key Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Columbus?

Key Elementary School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Columbus average of 94.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Key Elementary School have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Key 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 Key Elementary School inspected?

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