Mcguire Elementary School

55 Central Avenue, North Providence, RI 02911

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Feb 3, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Public records show seven inspections at Mcguire Elementary School stretching back to 2023. Mcguire Elementary School was last inspected on Feb 3, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “food-contact surfaces”, showing up two times.

Compared to the broader North Providence restaurant scene, where the average is 81, 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

Feb 3, 2026

Routine

1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Hotdogs were observed thawing in stagnant water. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods must be thawed in one of the following manners: under refrigeration (41 degrees Fahrenheit or less); completely submerged under running water; as part of the cooking process; or in the microwave if cooked immediately after thawing. Hotdogs were placed in oven at the time of inspection.

3-501.13

Sep 25, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Mar 10, 2025

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 24, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Sewage & waste water properly disposed

Inspector notes: The condensate from the milk cooler is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must drain into a drain.

5-402.13

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. PIC stated that application has been submitted.

2-102.12

Feb 28, 2024

Routine

2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: The quaternary ammonium concentration in the sanitizing solution of the 3-bay sink was 400 parts per million (ppm). According to the manufacturer's use directions, the concentration of the quaternary ammonium must be 200 ppm. PIC diluted at time of inspection.

4-602.11

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. PIC took out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-602.11

Oct 23, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

Apr 20, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Mcguire Elementary School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Mcguire Elementary School on file is from Feb 3, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Mcguire Elementary School?

Across the inspection record, “food-contact surfaces” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Mcguire Elementary School.

How does Mcguire Elementary School compare to other restaurants in North Providence?

Mcguire Elementary School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the North Providence average of 81.

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

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Mcguire 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 Mcguire Elementary School inspected?

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

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