Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School
Last inspected: Apr 1, 2026
82
Score
The health department has logged nine inspections at Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School, the earliest from 2023. The most recent report on file is from Apr 1, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.
The last inspection found five violations, up from two the time before.
The pattern that stands out is food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, which has been cited five times.
Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School scores about where you'd expect for a Central Falls restaurant. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
9
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Apr 1, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Establishment is using a spray hose to fill sanitizer basin of 3 bay sink. Faucet head required. Inadequate pressure could result in improper equipment operation.
5-103.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Wall cap near storage area is in poor repair and held by tape. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
82
Oct 23, 2025
Re-Inspection
1 major violation. 5 minor violations.
View 6 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Establishment is using a spray hose to fill sanitizer basin of 3 bay sink. Faucet head required. Inadequate pressure could result in improper equipment operation.
5-103.12
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -gaskets for 3 door reach-in -shelving holster for 3 door reach-in Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 3 door reach-in in kitchen is not maintaining temperature to hold TCS foods. Unit was out of service to hold foods that require refrigeration for food safety from prior inspection. Equipment to be repaired/ adjusted/ replaced.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the cold holding unit condenser has an accumulation of dust and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Wall cap near storage area is in poor repair and held by tape. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
70
Oct 9, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Buffalo chicken, string cheese, breakfast sandwiches, and other foods were observed held at 45-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Time/temperature abused foods were voluntarily disposed of. Foods recently prepared and/or recently delivered were placed into other refrigeration during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Establishment is using a spray hose to fill sanitizer basin of 3 bay sink. Faucet head required. Inadequate pressure could result in improper equipment operation.
5-103.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -gaskets for 3 door reach-in -shelving holster for 3 door reach-in Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
4-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: 3 door reach-in was observed at ranging ambient temperatures of 43-48 degrees Fahrenheit. Unit was taken out of service to hold foods that require refrigeration for food safety. Equipment to be repaired/ adjusted/ replaced.
4-501.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the following have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris: -interior of 3 door reach-in -cold holding unit condenser (dust) -wall near trash barrel
4-601.11(B)
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: Wall cap near storage area is in poor repair and held by tape. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.
6-501.11
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the cafeteria, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
61
Mar 28, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Hot & cold water available; adequate pressure
Inspector notes: Establishment is using a spray hose to fill sanitizer basin of 3 bay sink. Faucet head required. Inadequate pressure could result in improper equipment operation.
5-103.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Drain stoppers for 3 bay sink are in poor repair. Drain stoppers must be in good repair to effectively wash, rinse and sanitize equipment and utensils.
4-501.11
86
Oct 21, 2024
Routine
2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Once certificate is obtained, PIC to register Rhode Island Food Protection Manager license.
2-102.12
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Personal belongings were observed in the warewashing area. Lockers or other suitable facilities shall be used for the orderly storage of employees' clothing and other possessions.
6-305.11
90
Feb 7, 2024
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
No certified food protection manager
Inspector notes: Establishment has a Serv-Safe certification not registered with Rhode Island Department of Health.
2-102.12
95
Sep 25, 2023
Routine
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used
Inspector notes: The ventilation system and AC system at the kitchen and preparation area is in poor repair. Heating, ventilating, and air conditioning systems shall be designed and installed so that make-up air intake and exhaust. vents do not cause contamination of FOOD, FOOD-CONTACT SURFACES, EQUIPMENT, or UTENSILS.
6-202.12
95
Jun 13, 2023
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Apr 18, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 minor violation.
View 2 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
6-501.111
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
6-501.12
86
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School on file is from Apr 1, 2026. The public record contains nine inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School?
Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School.
How does Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School compare to other restaurants in Central Falls?
Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is about the same as the Central Falls average of 82.
Has Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School's inspection record improved over time?
No. Recent inspections at Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School have flagged more violations than earlier ones, ticking from about two per visit to around five more recently.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Blackstone Valley Prep 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.
How often is Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Blackstone Valley Prep Middle School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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