Middletown High School
Last inspected: Mar 5, 2026
90
Score
Public records show 10 inspections at Middletown High School stretching back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 5, 2026. A low risk tier reflects an inspection that turned up minimal issues.
Each of the recent inspections has turned up roughly the same number of issues.
Looking across the full record, sewage & waste water properly disposed is the recurring theme, flagged six times.
Restaurants in Middletown average 80, so Middletown High School is doing better than most peers. Pulling back, the record reflects steady performance.
10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
2
Minor latest
Inspection History
Mar 5, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler gasket was observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
90
Sep 30, 2025
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: milk cooler gaskets, 2 door reach-in freezer gaskets and walk-in cooler gaskets.
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
90
Mar 17, 2025
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 4 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Shredded lettuce and sliced tomatoes were observed held at 54-55 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Foods were placed over ice during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: 1. wash probe at high temperature dish machine (error stated on digital display) 2. gaskets at hot holding unit
4-501.11
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The walk-in cooler fanguards have an accumulation of dust. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
74
Nov 7, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the cold hold unit and walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
95
Oct 8, 2024
Reinspection for Opening
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the cold hold unit and walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
95
Oct 7, 2024
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 2 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 7 violations
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Various packaged foods in the dry storage room were observed gnawed or in direct contact with rodent droppings. Foods were voluntarily disposed of.
3-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by apparent droppings observed on single service items, gnawed foods, droppings in close proximity to equipment, droppings observed on food contact surfaces and physical facilities, and/or in close proximity to foods. Contaminated items were voluntarily disposed of. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies. Establishment must work with commercial pest control services to eliminate pest issue.
6-501.111
Person in charge not controlling unsafe operations
Inspector notes: The Person in charge did not assure compliance with critical code requirements. Management's plan for assessing, monitoring, and controlling foodborne disease hazards is inadequate.
2-103.11
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items (slicer located in kitchen) was observed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Foil wrap was observed with rodent droppings. Item was voluntarily disposed of.
3-307.11
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the storage shelving on the line and shelves in storage room have an accumulation of rodent droppings, dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Sewage & waste water properly disposed
Inspector notes: The condensate from the cold hold unit and walk-in freezer is draining into a container. Condensate drainage and other nonsewage liquids must be disposed of in a proper manner.
5-403.12
58
Sep 23, 2024
Routine
3 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Plumbing system not maintained in good repair
Inspector notes: Faucet at 2 bay sink observed leaking when turned on. Equipment to be in good repair and proper adjustment.
5-205.15
Food is unsafe, adulterated, or misrepresented
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Packaged cereal was observed in close proximity to rodent droppings and urine. Food was voluntarily disposed of.
3-101.11
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: 1. Slaw over ice was observed at 52 degrees Fahrenheit. Per staff, food was recently prepared. Food was placed with additional ice to blast chill. 2.Parfaits and Caesar wraps were observed held at 45-47 degrees Fahrenheit in cold holding unit. Ambient of cold holding unit was observed at 47 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Unit was taken out of service to hold TCS/PHF. Unit must be repaired/replaced/adjusted. Unit must be able to hold internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit of below.
3-501.16(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by apparent droppings observed on single service items and in close proximity to foods. Contaminated items were voluntarily disposed of. The presence of insects, rodents, and other pests must be controlled by routinely inspecting the premises for evidence of pests, using acceptable methods to control pests, eliminating harborage conditions, and routinely inspecting incoming shipments of food and supplies.
6-501.111
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of residue and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Unnecessary items or litter present on premises
Inspector notes: Unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment or items (slicer located in kitchen and equipment in dry storage room) were observed. Establishments shall be kept free of unnecessary and/or non-functional equipment and litter to prevent harborage conditions.
6-501.114
52
Apr 22, 2024
Routine
1 major violation.
View 1 violation
Sanitizer test kit not available
Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.
4-302.14
90
Sep 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) observed with food debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Staff washed, rinsed, and sanitized the slicer during this inspection. -Per interview of staff, slicer is no longer in use. If no longer in use, equipment shall be removed from premesis to prevent harborage of pests.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Bulb observed out in the heating lamp at the pizza hot holding area. Bulb shall be replaced.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine observed with pink residue. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
82
Apr 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Equipment or utensils not clean
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) observed with food residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. -Staff washed, rinsed, and sanitized the slicer during this inspection.
4-601.11(A)
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Some equipment (refrigerator, oven) located in the kitchen area were not in good repair. Equipment were not in use at the time of this inspection. Per interview of staff, service orders for equipment have been placed.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine observed with pink residue. The non-food contact suraces of the floors in the back storage area observed with an accumulation dust, soil residue, and other debris. The non-food contact surfaces shall be cleaned as often as necessary to prevent buildup of residue.
4-602.13
82
Frequently Asked Questions
When was Middletown High School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Middletown High School on file is from Mar 5, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Middletown High School?
Across the inspection record, sewage & waste water properly disposed has been cited six times, more than any other issue at Middletown High School.
How does Middletown High School compare to other restaurants in Middletown?
Middletown High School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is higher than the Middletown average of 80.
Has Middletown High School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Recent inspections at Middletown High School have produced about the same number of violations as earlier ones, holding around three per visit.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Middletown High 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 Middletown High School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Middletown High School is inspected around four times per year on average.
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