Westerly Middle School

10 Sandy Hill Road, Westerly, RI 02891
School / Childcare
License: Food Service (Non-Profit)
Last inspected: Jan 20, 2026
90
Score
Low Risk

Across the available record, Westerly Middle School has 10 inspections on file, the first dated 2023. The most recent visit was on Jan 20, 2026. Low risk means the most recent visit produced few or no significant findings.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near one violation per visit.

“Proper cold holding temperatures” comes up most often, recorded two times in the inspection record.

That falls roughly in the middle of the pack for Westerly restaurants. The full picture is one of consistent compliance.

10
Inspections
0
Critical latest
1
Major latest
0
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 20, 2026
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
No soap available at handwashing sink (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Soap was not available at the hand-washing sink in the kitchen. Hand-washing sinks must be provided with a supply of hand cleaning liquid, powder, or bar soap.
6-301.11
90
Sep 29, 2025
Routine
1 major violation. 2 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 3 violations
Plant food properly cooked for hot holding (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: French fries were observed held at 112-119F in hot-hot unit. Per interview with PIC, fries get reheated before service. Inspector informed PIC that food must be held at 135F or above. PIC reheated.
3-401.13
Physical facilities not cleaned at required frequency
Inspector notes: The vents/ceiling tiles in the kitchen area has an accumulation of dust, debris and soil residue. The physical facilities shall be cleaned as often as necessary to keep them clean.
6-501.12
Equipment not in good repair or proper adjustment
Inspector notes: Walk-in cooler located in the kitchen area was not in good repair, inspector observed dripping condensate. Per interview with PIC, work order has been submitted.
4-501.11
82
Jul 21, 2025
Routine
No violations found.
100
Mar 24, 2025
Re-Inspection
No violations found.
100
Mar 6, 2025
Routine
2 critical violations. 2 corrected on site.
View 2 violations
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Chicken Caesar salad and cheese were observed held at 45-47 degrees Fahrenheit in the grab & go cooler. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the prep unit for less than 4 hours. Food was relocated to cool. The ambient air temperature was observed at 50 degrees Fahrenheit during time of visit. Per person in charge, grab & go cooler is turned off at the last lunch. Establishment must keep refrigeration on at all times when cold holding and must not use the unit if it cannot maintain an internal food temperature of 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below.
3-501.16(A)
Hot or cold food held at improper temperature (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Lettuce and tomatoes were observed held at 45-55 degrees Fahrenheit in the ice well. Time/temperature control for safety (TCS) food must be held at 41 degrees Fahrenheit or below except during preparation, cooking, or cooling. Per person in charge, food had been in the ice well for less than 4 hours. Food was relocated to cool during time of inspection.
3-501.16(A)
74
Sep 17, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jun 27, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Feb 26, 2024
Routine
No violations found.
100
Sep 26, 2023
Routine
No violations found.
100
Jul 27, 2023
Routine
1 major violation. 1 corrected on site.
View 1 violation
Ready-to-eat food not date marked (corrected on site)
Inspector notes: Cheese was observed not marked with the date of preparation. Ready-to-eat time/temperature control for safety (TCS) foods prepared in the establishment and held for more than 24 hours must be marked with the date of preparation.
3-501.17
90

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Westerly Middle School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Westerly Middle School on file is from Jan 20, 2026. The public record contains 10 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Westerly Middle School?

Across the inspection record, “proper cold holding temperatures” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Westerly Middle School.

How does Westerly Middle School compare to other restaurants in Westerly?

Westerly Middle School most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Westerly average of 88.

Has Westerly Middle School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Westerly Middle School have averaged around one violation per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Westerly 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 Westerly Middle School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Westerly Middle School is inspected around four times per year on average.