Ruskin Elementary School

3550 Valdosta Hwy, Waycross, GA 31503

School / Childcare

License: Food Service

Last inspected: May 5, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Public records show eight inspections at Ruskin Elementary School stretching back to 2024. The most recent visit was on May 5, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

There hasn't been much movement either way: counts have stayed near one violation per visit across recent inspections.

Among Waycross restaurants, the typical score is 89; Ruskin Elementary School is comfortably above that bar. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

May 5, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Dec 16, 2025

Routine

1 major violation.

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6-2 - proper date marking and disposition

Inspector notes: Cooked hamburger patties in the WIC are not date marked. CA: Date mark all cooked food stored in cooler.

Aug 27, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Weather stripping at rear door is in disrepair.

511-6-1.07(5)(a)

May 9, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 10, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17D - adequate ventilation and lighting; designated areas used

Inspector notes: In room 202A, one of the lights is not operational at present time.

511-6-1.07(3)(f)

Aug 27, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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14B - utensils, equipment and linens: properly stored, dried, handled

Inspector notes: Observed clear plastic pans and cooking pots stored upright with food contact surface exposed. Atore all clean dishware, equipment, and utensils inverted to protect food contact surface.

511-6-1.05(10)(g)

May 10, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17C - physical facilities installed, maintained, and clean

Inspector notes: Replace tile that is missing in doorway of dining area and kitchen.

Mar 14, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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17B - garbage/refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: Observed dumpster lids left open.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ruskin Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ruskin Elementary School on file is from May 5, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.

How does Ruskin Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Waycross?

Ruskin Elementary School most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Waycross average of 89.

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

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ruskin 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 Ruskin 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 Ruskin Elementary School inspected?

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

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