Ponaganset High School

137 Anan Wade Road, Scituate, RI 02857

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 17, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Ponaganset High School six times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Mar 17, 2026. A low risk rating suggests inspectors haven't found much to be concerned about lately.

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

“Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable” accounts for the largest share of issues, appearing four times across the record.

Restaurants in Scituate average 89, so Ponaganset High School trails the local norm. There isn't much in the file that would give a customer pause.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 17, 2026

Routine

1 critical violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Faucets at 3-bay sink and prep sink observed leaking.

5-205.15

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: Cases of food and beverages were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage and walk-in freezer areas. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor. Staff were processing the delivery (received 3/16) at the time of inspection.

3-305.11

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the ice machine have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. PIC informed inspector the ice is not used in food.

4-601.11(B)

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Leaks were observed at the faucets of the 3-bay sink and the prep sink.

5-205.15

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Hot box door gaskets were observed in poor repair.

4-501.11

Jan 29, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Leaks were observed at the faucets of the 3-bay sink.

5-205.15

Lighting not sufficient for food or utensil handling areas

Inspector notes: Two lights were observed non-functional on the ventilation hoods.

6-303.11

Oct 22, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 major violation. 3 minor violations.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: Inspector observed a faucet leak at the 3-bay sink.

5-205.15

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Self-serve/grab-n-go items packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address. Inspector provided RIDOH guidance.

3-602.11

Food stored improperly or exposed to contamination

Inspector notes: Cases of food were observed stored on the floor in the dry storage area. Food must be stored at least 6 inches above the floor.

3-305.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Hot box gaskets were observed with tears.

4-501.11

Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

Inspector notes: The dumpster/compactor was not closed at the time of inspection.

5-501.113

Apr 1, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

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Plumbing system not maintained in good repair

Inspector notes: The plumbing to the 3 bay sink in the kitchen was observed in poor repair. Leak observed.

5-205.15

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The prep sink in kitchen area is in poor repair (pipes not aligned with gap causing water to spill on floor). The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Oct 4, 2023

Routine

2 major violations. 4 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Equipment or utensils not clean

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (ice machine) were observed with an accumulation of red residue. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Ice machine was taken out of service to be cleaned and sanitized.

4-601.11(A)

Food label missing or inaccurate

Inspector notes: Salads and sandwiches packaged in the food establishment are lacking complete labels. Food packaged in a food establishment must be labeled with the common name of the food, a list of ingredients, the quantity of the contents, and the business name/address.

3-602.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The ice machine was not in good repair, with an accumulation of water observed on top of the machine.

4-501.11

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: The gaskets located in the walk-in cooler was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the can opener base, and milk cooler 1 have an accumulation of soil residue and other debris.

4-602.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The food prep sink is in poor repair, dripping water from the handles. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Ponaganset High School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Ponaganset High School on file is from Mar 17, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Ponaganset High School?

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

How does Ponaganset High School compare to other restaurants in Scituate?

Ponaganset High School most recently scored 78 out of 100, which is lower than the Scituate average of 89.

Has Ponaganset High School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Ponaganset High School have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Ponaganset 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 Ponaganset High School inspected?

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

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