Santa Maria Middle School

7250 W Lower Buckeye Rd, Phoenix, AZ 85043
School / Childcare
License: Food Establishment - Eating & Drinking
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
95
Score
Low Risk Grade: A

The health department has logged four inspections at Santa Maria Middle School, the earliest from 2024. Santa Maria Middle School was last inspected on Jan 20, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around one violation each.

Looking across the full record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” is the recurring theme, flagged two times.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Phoenix restaurants. The record reflects steady performance over time.

4
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
1
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cracked/missing tile and cove base in walk-in cooler. Discussed repairing/replacing tile and cove base with manager. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. THIRD CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
6-501.11
95
Aug 25, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Observed cracked/missing tile and cove base in walk-in cooler. Discussed repairing/replacing tile and cove base with manager. All floors, walls, and ceilings must be maintained and repaired such that it is smooth and easily cleanable. Repair physical facility prior to next routine inspection. SECOND CONSECUTIVE VIOLATION
6-501.11
95
Mar 4, 2025
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Observed accumulation of dust on fan guards in walk-in cooler. Discussed increasing cleaning frequency with manager. Physical facility must be cleaned frequently enough to prevent accumulation of dirt, organic matter, and food debris. Must clean physical facility prior to next routine inspection
6-501.12
95
Sep 11, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Santa Maria Middle School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Santa Maria Middle School on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains four inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Santa Maria Middle School?

Across the inspection record, “repairing -premises, structures, attachments, and fixtures-methods” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Santa Maria Middle School.

How does Santa Maria Middle School compare to other restaurants in Phoenix?

Santa Maria Middle School most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is about the same as the Phoenix average of 97.

Has Santa Maria Middle School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Santa Maria Middle School have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Santa Maria Middle 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.