Scituate Middle School
Last inspected: Jan 21, 2026
90
Score
Scituate Middle School appears in inspection records eight times, starting in 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 21, 2026. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.
Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near four violations per visit.
When inspectors have written things up, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been the most frequent reason, cited five times.
The city-wide average is 89, putting Scituate Middle School squarely in typical territory. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.
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Inspections
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Critical latest
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Major latest
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Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 21, 2026
Routine
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
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 has completed class and is in process of scheduling exam.
2-102.12(A)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
90
Sep 22, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 4 minor violations.
View 5 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings and nesting material in the rear storage room. 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
Outer openings not protected against pests
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the kitchen near the rear storage room, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors.
6-202.15
Food contaminated by miscellaneous source
Inspector notes: Rodent droppings were observed in a case of cereal. Staff to dispose of cereal containers; PIC informed.
3-307.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the storage room shelving have an accumulation of rodent droppings.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed: facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
74
Jan 15, 2025
Routine
5 minor violations.
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Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the freezer gaskets have an accumulation of dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris.
4-601.11(B)
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Physical facilities not in good repair
Inspector notes: The following were observed in poor repair: -coving in the storage room -fin of exhaust fan.
6-501.11
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: Debris was observed on floor in storage room.
6-501.12
78
Oct 1, 2024
Routine
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The outside dumpster is not covered. Receptacles and waste handling units for refuse, recyclables, and returnables shall be kept covered.
5-501.113
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt/grass. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Ovens located in the kitchen area was not in good repair. PIC stated they are not functional. Work order has been placed and parts are on order.
4-501.11
86
May 2, 2024
Routine
1 major violation. 5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 6 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by droppings in dry storage area. 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
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.
2-102.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of ledge in the dishwasher area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material.
4-202.16
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Milk cooler door gaskets were observed in poor repair.
4-501.11
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the dry storage shelving have an accumulation of droppings.
4-602.13
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain.
5-501.11
70
Nov 20, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 3 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The door to the outside, located in the back kitchen, is not tight-fitting. Outer openings of a food establishment must be protected against the entry of insects and rodents by tight-fitting doors. PIC informed.
6-501.111
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 informed.
2-102.12
Nonfood-contact surfaces have cracks, ledges, or crevices
Inspector notes: Wood is used in the construction of beams and ledges in the warewahing area. Non-food contact surfaces of equipment that are exposed to splash, spillage, or other food soiling or that require frequent cleaning must be constructed of a nonabsorbent and smooth material. PIC informed.
4-202.16
Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained
Inspector notes: The dumpster outside is located on dirt. The outdoor storage surface for refuse, recyclables, and returnables must be constructed of nonabsorbent material such as concrete or asphalt and must be smooth, durable, and sloped to drain. PIC informed.
5-501.11
78
May 18, 2023
Re-Inspection
1 critical violation. 4 major violations. 4 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 9 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed held at 50 degrees Fahrenheit. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Cheese was returned to refrigerator. Discussed working on one task at a time, and maintaining cold temperatures throughout the preparation process.
3-501.16(A)
Person in charge not present
Inspector notes: No person in charge was present as needed at the time of inspection.
2-101.11
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings in the water heater storage area, and possible rodent urine, as seen by UV light, in the dry storage room. 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: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (slicer) were observed with an accumulation of debris and rodent dropping. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Slicer is to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-601.11(A)
Fruits or vegetables not washed before use
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Strawberries were placed on the salad line and were not washed before being cut. Raw fruits and vegetables must be thoroughly washed in water to remove soil and other contaminants before they are cut. Disposed.
3-302.15
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.
2-102.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
(corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Single service items observed stored on the floor in the water heater storage area.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves, storage bins, and the lids of some food containers in the storage area, have suspected rodent urine as seen by UV light. Rodent droppings and food debris observed on slicer cart. Entire storage area and all contents are to be cleaned and sanitized.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the storage areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris, and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
47
May 15, 2023
Routine
1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.
View 7 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature
Inspector notes: Chicken strips, chicken sandwiches, cheeseburgers, and cauliflower observed held at 109-117 degrees Fahrenheit on the sandwich pass thru unit, the hot hold unit, and the steam table. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be maintained at 135 degrees Fahrenheit or above except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Food was reheated.
3-501.16(A)
Equipment or utensils not clean
Inspector notes: Food contact surfaces of equipment/utensils (can opener and slicer) were observed with an accumulation of food and debris. The food contact surfaces of equipment must be clean to sight and touch. Can opener and slicer are to be washed, rinsed and sanitized before use.
4-601.11(A)
Evidence of pests or pest control inadequate
Inspector notes: The presence of rodents is not controlled as evidenced by rodent droppings on the slicer, slicer cart, shelves and plastic containers in the back storage area, on the hot water tank, and floors of the water tank & storage areas. 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. PCS Big Blue Bug monthly.
6-501.111
Single-use/single-service articles: properly stored & used
Inspector notes: Single service observed stored on the floor in the water tank room.
4-903.12
Cleaned equipment or utensils stored improperly
Inspector notes: Single service items are not being stored properly in their original protective package and/or are stored on a surface that is not clean on shelves below the serving line, dry storage area, and hot water tank/chemical storage room.
4-903.11(A)
Nonfood-contact surfaces not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The non-food contact surfaces of the shelves in the storage areas have an accumulation of rodent droppings, dust, dirt, food residue, and other debris. Non-food contact surfaces of the can opener, food containers on the clean storage rack, refrigerators, and freezers have an accumulation of food debris.
4-602.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The floors in the kitchen and storage areas have an accumulation of soil residue and/or food debris, and rodent droppings. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
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Frequently Asked Questions
When was Scituate Middle School last inspected?
The most recent health inspection at Scituate Middle School on file is from Jan 21, 2026. The public record contains eight inspections in total.
What is the most common violation at Scituate Middle School?
Across the inspection record, “insects, rodents & animals not present” has been cited five times, more than any other issue at Scituate Middle School.
How does Scituate Middle School compare to other restaurants in Scituate?
Scituate Middle School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Scituate average of 89.
Has Scituate Middle School's inspection record improved over time?
Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Scituate Middle School have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.
What does a low risk rating mean?
A low risk rating at Scituate 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 Scituate Middle School inspected?
Based on the inspection history on file, Scituate Middle School is inspected around three times per year on average.
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