Franklin Elementary

7101 Canal, Houston, TX 77011

School / Childcare

Last inspected: Apr 27, 2026

Score

Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Franklin Elementary five times, with records going back to 2024. On Apr 27, 2026, the health department conducted the most recent visit. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Recent visits have produced comparable findings, with counts hovering near three violations per visit.

The city-wide average is 88, putting Franklin Elementary squarely in typical territory. Overall, the inspection record reads well.

Inspections

Critical latest

Major latest

Minor latest

Inspection History

Apr 27, 2026

Routine Inspection (001)

2 minor violations.

View 2 violations

Outer openings not protected against pests

6-202.15(A)

Except as specified in(b) of this section, attachments to walls and ceilings such as light fixtures, mechanical room ventilation system components, vent covers, wall mounted fans, decorative items, and other attachments shall be easily cleanable

6-201.17(A)

Dec 9, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning.

20-21.20(a)(03)

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)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.

20-21.23(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)

Apr 15, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

3 minor violations. 1 corrected on site.

View 3 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)

Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for cleaning nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment such as counters, dining table tops and shelves not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses. (corrected on site)

20-21.11(c)(03)

20-21.23(g)

Sep 30, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

6 minor violations.

View 6 violations

Toilet fixtures. toilet fixture not kept clean / not in good repair.

20-21.18(d)

Hand-washing sink faucets. self-closing / slow-closing / metering faucet not designed to provide a flow of water for at least 20 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.

20-21.19(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)

Maintenance. walls / ceilings, including doors, windows, skylights, and similar closures, not kept clean.

20-21.23(a)

Construction. walls, including nonsupporting partitions / wall coverings / ceilings, of walk-in refrigerating units / food preparation areas / food storage areas / food display areas / equipment-washing areas / utensil-washing areas not light-colored / smooth / nonabsorbent / easily cleanable except for ceilings over areas used only for beverage preparation and/or service. concrete or pumice blocks used for interior wall construction in these locations shall be finished and sealed to provide an easily cleanable surface except in dry storage areas.

20-21.23(b)

General. at least 20 foot-candles (220 lux) of light not provided at a distance of 30 inches (75 mm) above the floor in areas used for hand-washing / utensil-washing / equipment and utensil storage / in toilet rooms.

20-21.24(a)

Feb 15, 2024

Routine

No violations found.

100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Franklin Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Franklin Elementary on file is from Apr 27, 2026. The public record contains five inspections in total.

How does Franklin Elementary compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Franklin Elementary most recently scored 90 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Franklin Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Franklin Elementary have averaged around three violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Franklin 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 Franklin Elementary inspected?

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

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