West Kingstown Elementary

3119 Ministerial Road, South Kingstown, RI 02892

School / Childcare

License: Food Service (Non-Profit)

Last inspected: Mar 4, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited West Kingstown Elementary six times, with records going back to 2023. The most recent visit was on Mar 4, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Performance has remained roughly level over recent inspections, averaging near two violations each time.

Across the inspection history, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” is the issue that surfaces most often, recorded four times.

Among South Kingstown restaurants, this is a fairly standard result. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Mar 4, 2026

Routine

3 minor violations.

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Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated

Inspector notes: The high temp. rinse cycle pressure gauge was observed at 10psi during the rinse cycle. The pressure gauge is to read 15-25psi as required for proper high temperature sanitizing (dish machine observed to be properly sanitizing as indicated by thermo-label during inspection). Pressure guage is to be adjusted/replaced.

4-502.11(A)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable. Ceilings shall be designed, constructed, and installed so they are SMOOTH and EASILY CLEANABLE.

6-101.11

No certified food protection manager

Inspector notes: The establishment does not employ a full-time, on-site manager certified in food safety that is registered with the RIDOH Center for Food Protection. PIC did successfully complete a Food Safety Course and test. Application for Certified Food Safety Manager License to be submitted as soon as possible.

2-102.12(A)

Oct 9, 2025

Routine

2 minor violations.

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Utensils or thermometers not in good repair or calibrated

Inspector notes: The following equipment associated with the high temp. dish machine were observed in need of repair/replacement: - The high temp. rinse cycle pressure gauge was observed at 10psi during the rinse cycle. The pressure gauge is to read 15-25psi as required for proper high temperature sanitizing (dish machine observed to be properly sanitizing as indicated by thermo-label during inspection). - During the high temp rinse cycle, water was observed to be leaking from the vacuum breaker located next to the high temp pressure gauge. Equipment is to be adjusted/replaced and maintained in good repair.

4-502.11(A)

Floor, wall, or ceiling surface not smooth or cleanable

6-101.11

Mar 20, 2025

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

Oct 16, 2024

Routine

1 major violation. 1 minor violation.

View 2 violations

Ready-to-eat food not date marked

Inspector notes: Sliced Cheese and Shredded Cheese were observed not marked with the date of preparation/thawing. Sliced cheeses and Shredded Cheeses are to be dated with the date of opening and held for no longer than 7 days from the date of opening unless frozen. If food item is frozen, the opening of the packaging is to be counted as day 1, and when the food item is pulled from the freezer for thawing, the item is to be redated/held for use for no longer than 6 days.

3-501.17

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

Mar 18, 2024

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

6-201.11

Oct 5, 2023

Routine

1 minor violation.

View 1 violation

Floors, walls, or ceilings not easily cleanable

Inspector notes: The ceiling in the kitchen area is covered with tiles that are not smooth, durable, and easily cleanable.

6-201.11

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was West Kingstown Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at West Kingstown Elementary on file is from Mar 4, 2026. The public record contains six inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at West Kingstown Elementary?

Across the inspection record, “physical facilities installed, maintained, & clean” has been cited four times, more than any other issue at West Kingstown Elementary.

How does West Kingstown Elementary compare to other restaurants in South Kingstown?

West Kingstown Elementary most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the South Kingstown average of 87.

Has West Kingstown Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at West Kingstown Elementary have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at West Kingstown Elementary 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 West Kingstown Elementary inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, West Kingstown Elementary is inspected around two times per year on average.

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