Melrose School Jamestown

76 Melrose Avenue, Jamestown, RI 02835

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

The health department has logged seven inspections at Melrose School Jamestown, the earliest from 2023. The latest inspection on file is from Mar 17, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

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

Restaurants in Jamestown average 90, so Melrose School Jamestown trails the local norm. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The faucet for the hand-washing sink in the ware washing area was observed to be leaking when the hot water supply is turned on. The plumbing system and fixtures shall be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

Oct 2, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The faucet for the hand washing sink in the ware washing area was observed to be leaking when the hot water supply is turned on. The plumbing system and fixtures shall be maintained in good repair.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Per PIC, the dishwashing is unable to reach the proper sanitization temperature and is not in good repair. PIC stated that they are waiting on a new booster to arrive and be installed. Establishment is currently sending dishes through dishwasher and then sanitizing in the 3-bay sink until machine is replaced.

4-501.11

Mar 6, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on the milk cooler were observed in poor repair. Refrigerator door gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Oct 2, 2024

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on the milk cooler were observed in poor repair. Refrigerator door gaskets must be maintained in good repair.

4-501.11

Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

Inspector notes: The cutting boards in the kitchen are very scratched and scored. Cutting blocks and boards that are subject to scratching and scoring shall be resurfaced if they can no longer be effectively cleaned and sanitized, or discarded if they are not capable of being resurfaced.

4-501.12

Apr 11, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Cutting surfaces scratched, scored, or no longer cleanable

4-501.12

Oct 5, 2023

Routine

3 minor violations.

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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 shall provide ServSafe certificate for inspector. Licensed Food Safety Manager application was provided.

2-102.12

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Corn was observed stored on the floor in the walk-in (PIC moved corn to shelf during inspection) Boxes of food were observed on the floor in dry storage and in freezer. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

4-101.19

Apr 19, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

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Nonfood-contact surfaces not corrosion-resistant or cleanable

Inspector notes: 4-101.19 Nonfood-Contact Surfaces. NonFOOD-CONTACT SURFACES of EQUIPMENT that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other FOOD soiling or that require frequent cleaning shall be constructed of a CORROSION-RESISTANT, nonabsorbent, and SMOOTH material. Walls in dish room were observed to be constructed of painted cinder block. Walls near and around 3 bay sink, hand sink and dish machine shall be constructed of a material that is non-absorbent, smooth, durable and easily cleanable.

4-101.19

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Melrose School Jamestown last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Melrose School Jamestown on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Melrose School Jamestown?

Across the inspection record, “food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Melrose School Jamestown.

How does Melrose School Jamestown compare to other restaurants in Jamestown?

Melrose School Jamestown most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is lower than the Jamestown average of 90.

Has Melrose School Jamestown's inspection record improved over time?

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

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Melrose School Jamestown 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 Melrose School Jamestown inspected?

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

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