Roger Williams Middle School

278 Thurbers Avenue, Providence, RI 02905

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

100

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2023, Roger Williams Middle School has seven inspections in the public record. The most recent report on file is from Mar 4, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

The latest visit found two violations, down from four violations the time before.

Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable comes up most often, recorded three times in the inspection record.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Providence restaurant scores 80. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

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Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

No violations found.

100

Sep 18, 2025

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Expired or improperly marked ready-to-eat food not discarded

Inspector notes: Chicken observed with dates exceeding the 7 day expiration date. PIC voluntarily disposed of food.

3-501.18

Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency

Inspector notes: The floor behind the cabinet located in the kitchen has an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.

6-501.12

Feb 7, 2025

Routine

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

View 3 violations

Food thawed using improper method (corrected on site)

Inspector notes: (Deli meats ) was observed thawing on the counter. 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.

3-501.13

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: (Cold hold unit ) located in the (serving line ) area was not in good repair. Ambient temperature observed at 57DF.

4-501.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceiling) in the (storage ) area is in poor repair. Observed holes The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair. Per PIC, work order has been submitted.

6-501.11

Sep 5, 2024

Routine

1 critical violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Sewage backflow not prevented

Inspector notes: The sink used for food preparation is lacking an air gap. A direct connection must not exist between the sewage system and a drain originating from equipment in which food is placed.

5-402.11

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The (ceilings) in the (storage) area is in poor repair. Observed holes. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

4 minor violations.

View 4 violations

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Gasket on milk cooler was not in good repair.

4-501.11

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

Inspector notes: The floors in the dish wash area are constructed of unsealed concrete, which is not durable, easily cleanable, or non-absorbent. In addition, some tiles in meal service area were observed cracked. The materials for indoor floors must be durable, easily cleanable and nonabsorbent for areas subject to moisture such as food preparation areas, walk-in refrigerators, ware-washing areas, and toilet rooms.

6-201.13

Physical facilities not in good repair

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the storage area is in poor repair. Inspector observed a hole in the ceiling where wires are feed through. The physical facilities must be maintained in good repair.

6-501.11

Dead or trapped pests not removed promptly

Inspector notes: Dead mouse was observed on glue trap. PIC will inform custodian for removal.

6-501.112

Nov 8, 2023

Routine

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

View 6 violations

Food-contact surfaces not cleaned and sanitized at required frequency

Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener, slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch.

4-602.11

Food-contact surfaces: cleaned and sanitized

Inspector notes: The food-contact surfaces of equipment and utensils were not sanitized. The required utensil surface temperature of 160 degrees Fahrenheit was not achieved during the sanitizing cycle of the dishwasher as evidenced by the failure of the thermolabel (temperature indicator) affixed to the surface of a utensil to turn black. Staff will utilize 3-bay sink to wash and sanitize utensils until the dish machine has been serviced. A leak was also observed at the rear of the dishwasher at the time of inspection.

4-501.111

Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained, & used; test strips

Inspector notes: The facility is lacking thermo labels or similar internal temperature indicating device for the dish machine.

4-204.115

Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment

Inspector notes: Refrigerator door gaskets on milk cooler #1 were observed in poor repair. Hinge/latch on milk cooler #2 was observed loose. Ice cream cooler lid was observed cracked.

4-501.11

Mops not properly air-dried after use

Inspector notes: Mops must be allowed to air dry correctly after use. Mop observed leaning in mop sink at time of inspection.

6-501.16

Floor and wall junctures not properly coved or sealed

6-201.13

May 4, 2023

Routine

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Roger Williams Middle School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Roger Williams Middle School on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains seven inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Roger Williams Middle School?

Across the inspection record, food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Roger Williams Middle School.

How does Roger Williams Middle School compare to other restaurants in Providence?

Roger Williams Middle School most recently scored 100 out of 100, which is higher than the Providence average of 80.

Has Roger Williams Middle School's inspection record improved over time?

Yes. Recent inspections at Roger Williams Middle School have turned up fewer violations than earlier ones, with the latest finding around two violations compared to about four previously.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Roger Williams Middle 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 Roger Williams Middle School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Roger Williams Middle School is inspected around two times per year on average.

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