Hope Highlands Elementary

300 Hope Road, Cranston, RI 02921

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 10, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Hope Highlands Elementary, the earliest from 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 10, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near one violation per visit.

Looking across the full record, “certified food protection manager” is the recurring theme, flagged four times.

The city-wide average for Cranston sits at 88, putting Hope Highlands Elementary on the better side of that line. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 10, 2026

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The walls in the kitchen by the 3-bay sink and dishwasher are constructed of a non-approved material. This material is not durable. Materials for wall surfaces shall be smooth, durable, easily cleanable, and non-absorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms. Approved material document previously provided.

6-201.11

Oct 29, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

May 6, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Nov 13, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Per PIC, paperwork was forwarded to manager to file with RIDOH.

2-102.12

Oct 30, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: Beans were observed held at 122-130 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. It was last lunch so PIC disposed of food per procedure. Steam table must be turned higher to ensure food maintains temperature above 135.

3-501.16(A)

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety certified with RIDOH. Application printed.

2-102.12

Mar 12, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety with RIDOH. Application printed.

2-102.12

Oct 16, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

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.

2-102.12

Show all 7 inspections Show less

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hope Highlands Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hope Highlands Elementary on file is from Mar 10, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hope Highlands Elementary?

Across the inspection record, “certified food protection manager” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at Hope Highlands Elementary.

How does Hope Highlands Elementary compare to other restaurants in Cranston?

Hope Highlands Elementary most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Cranston average of 88.

Has Hope Highlands Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Hope Highlands Elementary have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hope Highlands Elementary 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 Hope Highlands Elementary inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hope Highlands Elementary is inspected around three times per year on average.

Nearby Restaurants

Batch No. 3

161 Hillcrest Dr. N.

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Gigi and Me

82 Mohawk Trail

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Sophie's Dips and Sauces

595 Natick Avenue

Score: 100 — Low Risk

Explore More

→ All locations in Cranston → School / Childcare restaurants in Rhode Island → School / Childcare restaurants in Cranston