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Bear Branch Elementary

3500 Garden Lake, Kingwood, TX 77339
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Jan 7, 2026
82
Score
Low Risk

Bear Branch Elementary has been inspected five times since 2024. The most recent visit was on Jan 7, 2026. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Violation counts have held steady across recent visits, averaging around four violations each.

Bear Branch Elementary's latest score of 82 sits above the Kingwood average of 76. Taken together, the history is a positive one.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
4
Minor latest
Inspection History
Jan 7, 2026
Routine Inspection (001)
4 minor violations.
View 4 violations
Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris.
20-21.11(a)(07)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
Cleaning equipment storage. after use, mops not placed in a position that allows them to air-dry without soiling walls / equipment / supplies.
20-21.28(e)
82
Oct 28, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
5 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.
View 5 violations
General. food not in sound condition / safe for human consumption / free from spoilage, filth, other contaminants. food prepared in or obtained from an unlicensed private home or other unlicensed food establishment is considered to be from an unapproved source and may not be used or offered for sale for human consumption in or from a food establishment. (corrected on site)
20-21.01(a)
Refrigerated storage. refrigeration facilities. each mechanically refrigerated facility storing time/temperature controlled for safety (tcs) food shall be provided with numerically scaled indicating thermometer, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only. . recording thermometers, accurate to 3°f if scaled in fahrenheit only, may be used in lieu of indicating thermometers. thermometers that are scaled in celsius or dually scaled in celsius and fahrenheit shall be designed to be easily readable and accurate to ±(1.05°c) in the intended range of use.
20-21.03(b)(01)
Openings. outside openings not protected against the entrance of insects by filling or closing holes and other gaps along floors / walls / ceilings / tight-fitting, self-closing doors, kept closed / closed windows / screening / properly designed and installed air curtains to control flying insects / other means.
20-21.21(b)
Floors. floors and floor coverings of all food preparation, food storage, utensil-washing areas, walk-in refrigerating units, dressing rooms, locker rooms, and toilet rooms shall be kept clean.
20-21.22(a)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
78
May 5, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
General. using shipping containers / milk / produce crates as storage racks / support shelves.
20-21.03(a)(02)c
Containers. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs not in place at all times, except during cleaning.
20-21.20(a)(03)
Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.
20-21.23(g)
86
Nov 21, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
\"no smoking\" signs or the international \"no smoking\" symbol not clearly and conspicuously posted in a public place where smoking is prohibited
21-244(a)
95
Apr 2, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Bear Branch Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Bear Branch Elementary on file is from Jan 7, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Bear Branch Elementary compare to other restaurants in Kingwood?

Bear Branch Elementary most recently scored 82 out of 100, which is higher than the Kingwood average of 76.

Has Bear Branch Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Bear Branch Elementary have averaged around four violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Bear Branch 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 Bear Branch Elementary inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Bear Branch Elementary is inspected around three times per year on average.

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