Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School

4261 N 5Th St, Philadelphia, PA 19140

School / Childcare

Last inspected: Dec 5, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Public records currently show only two inspections for Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School. The newest entry in the record is dated Dec 5, 2025. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

The city-wide average for Philadelphia sits at 72, putting Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School on the better side of that line. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 5, 2025

Reinspection

2 minor violations.

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Non-food contact surfaces clean

Inspector notes: Observed dust accumulation on fans inside of walk-in cooler. New Violation.

46.714

Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

Inspector notes: Observed the following: - Inoperable handwashing sink in food prep area - Reach-in refrigerator in food prep area only reaching a minimum temperature of 47F rather than 41F or below New Violation.

46.822

Nov 25, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations.

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Hands clean & properly washed

Inspector notes: Frozen drink machine and hot pretzel holder handling require a hand wash sink within close proximity at the snack counter in the cafeteria. *The Sanitarian instructed the PIC to relocate items to the rear food prep area, near the required hand washing locations. A hand wash sink may also be installed near snack counter. New Violation.

46.133

Adequate handwashing facilities supplied & accessible

Inspector notes: Paper towel dispenser empty at the handwash sink in ware wash area. New Violation.

46.941(a)-(e)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School on file is from Dec 5, 2025. The public record contains two inspections in total.

Has Esperanza Academy Charter Middle School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Esperanza Academy Charter Middle 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 Academy Charter 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.

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