Esperanza School

3025 W Mcdowell Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85009
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Feb 4, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk Grade: B

Esperanza School appears in inspection records four times, starting in 2024. The newest entry in the record is dated Feb 4, 2026. When a facility lands in the low risk tier, it usually means nothing alarming showed up at the most recent visit.

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

The most common issue across all inspections has been “certified food protection manager”, showing up three times.

Restaurants in Phoenix average 97, so Esperanza School trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

4
Inspections
1
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Feb 4, 2026
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Plumbing not installed to prevent backflow (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Observed Chemical cleaning system installed with Y-Valve at mop sink located inside kitchen area. This mop sink is designated to be in use by kitchen. Discussed with operator, chemical system must have its own dedicated water line. Operator disconnect hose and Y-Valve at time of inspection. Provided guidance document for proper installation of chemical systems at time of inspection
5-203.14
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation: Ensure at least one person in charge has a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certificate
2-102.12(A)
82
Sep 26, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: 2nd consecutive violation. Ensure at least one person in charge has a valid Certified Food Protection Manager Certification
2-102.12(A)
95
Jan 14, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Observed no employee with CFPM at the time of inspection. Discussed with PIC that one employee with CFPM needs to be present during hours of operation and at the time of inspection
2-102.12(A)
Toilet Room Receptacle, Covered
Inspector notes: Observed uncovered receptable in women's restroom in kitchen area. Discussed with PIC that covered receptable is required in uni-sex and women's restroom
5-501.17
90
Aug 23, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Esperanza School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Esperanza School on file is from Feb 4, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Esperanza School?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Esperanza School.

How does Esperanza School compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Esperanza School most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is lower than the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Esperanza School's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Esperanza 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.