Hoxsie Elementary School

55 Glenwood Drive, Warwick, RI 02888

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 12, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Hoxsie Elementary School has been inspected six times since 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 12, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near two violations per visit.

The pattern that stands out is “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible”, which has been cited two times.

Compared to the broader Warwick restaurant scene, where the average is 86, this is a stronger showing. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 12, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Oct 21, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 22, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 2 corrected on site.

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Food received at improper temperature (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, yogurt and shredded cheese were observed received above 41 degrees Fahrenheit (see Temps.) Refrigerated, TIME/TEMPERATURE CONTROL FOR SAFETY FOOD shall be at a temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below when received. Food items were placed into the freezer for rapid cooling at the time of inspection.

3-202.11

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing. Dishes were removed from the hand sink at the time of inspection.

5-205.11

Oct 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 1 minor violation.

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Hot or cold food held at improper temperature

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, recently delivered yogurt was observed at 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. Yogurts were moved to colder refrigeration at the time of inspection. PIC is to check delivery temperatures of hot foods as well as cold foods to ensure delivery temperatures are maintained properly.

3-501.16(A)

Handwashing sink blocked, inaccessible, or used improperly

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, dishes and utensils were observed in the hand-washing sink. Per the PIC, utensils are to be rinsed prior to sending back to the main kitchen. Facility is not equipped with a separate sink for rinsing utensils. A hand-washing sink must not be used for purposes other than hand washing.

5-205.11

Person in charge not present

Inspector notes: No person in charge, certified in food safety, was present as needed at the time of inspection. A person certified in food safety is to be present at all times when time temperature control for safety (TCS) food is being prepared, handled, and/or served. Per the PIC, food safety course is to be completed within 2 weeks of inspection.

2-101.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, the refrigerator door gasket to the Large Milk Chest Cooler lid was observed in poor repair (Separated/Torn).

4-501.11

Mar 6, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: At the time of inspection, there was observed to be a hole in the wall below the hand sink in the kitchen area is in poor repair. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Oct 3, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.

5-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Hoxsie Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Hoxsie Elementary School on file is from Mar 12, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Hoxsie Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, “adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Hoxsie Elementary School.

How does Hoxsie Elementary School compare to other restaurants in Warwick?

Hoxsie Elementary School most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Warwick average of 86.

Has Hoxsie Elementary School's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Hoxsie Elementary 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 Hoxsie Elementary School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Hoxsie Elementary School is inspected around two times per year on average.

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