Pass

Vanderpoel Magnet

9510 S Prospect (1700W), Chicago, IL 60643

School ZIP 60643 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Apr 16, 2026

Vanderpoel Magnet was last inspected on April 16, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 6 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.

Latest inspection

April 16, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

1 critical5 general
  • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

    Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the right washbowl in the 1st fl boys' toilet room hot water does not stay on long enough for adequate hand washing. Instructed to adjust the faucet so that it stays on at minimum 15 seconds for adequate hand washing. Maintain same.

    Official wording (code 10)

    Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  • GeneralPests

    Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the main entrance doors with a 1/4" gap underneath, making the doors not rodent/insect proofed. Instructed to rodent/insect proof doors and maintain.

    Official wording (code 38)

    Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

    Inspector’s note: Observed a leak at the base of the faucet on the 3-compartment sink. Instructed to fix leak and maintain good plumbing!

    Official wording (code 51)

    Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed the mop stored in the mop bucket. Instructed to store hanging up for proper air drying. Maintain same.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed broken/damaged floor tiles on the 1st fl hallway. Instructed to replace floor tiles and maintain a smooth and easily cleanable surface.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  • GeneralFacility upkeep

    Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

    Inspector’s note: Observed floors in the corners, under the sinks and coolers with dirt and debris. Instructed to clean and maintain floors.

    Official wording (code 55)

    Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

Inspection history

26 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    1 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Violation #54 not corrected from april 7, 2025, rep#2615206 #54 outside recepticles in need of replacing. Worn, unable to be closed in a tight-fitting manor. Observed cans at this time open with garbage out. Instructed to correct and have tight fitting tops and closed at all times. Priority violation 7-42-090 no citation issued

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: See violation #59

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  3. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Outside recepticles in need of replacing. Worn, unable to be closed in a tight-fitting manor. Observed cans at this time open with garbage out. Instructed to correct and have tight fitting tops and closed at all times. Priority foundation 7-38-020(b) no citation issued

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

  4. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    No violations

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak under right hand washing sink in second floor girls washroom. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical3 general1 paperwork Show violations
    • CriticalManagement & training

      No one in charge was present who knew the food-safety rules.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no person in charge with chicago food sanitation certificate. Instructed manager to designate person in charge during all hours of operation. Priority foundation

      Official wording (code 1)

      Person in charge present, demonstrates knowledge, and performs duties

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels or operable sanitary hand drying device at hand washing sinks in boys second floor washroom. Instructed manager to provide for proper hand drying. Priority foundation 7-38-030

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed leak under right hand washing sink in second floor girls washroom. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in teacher lounge washroom. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous core violation not corrected from report #2556293 on 5-25-22:38- observed 1/4" gap at bottom of exterior door 6 outside cafeteria. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain at all times. Priority foundation 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

    • PaperworkManagement & training

      No manager on duty held a City of Chicago food sanitation certificate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no chicago food sanitation manager on site or valid certificate posted when tcs food (beans 150.9f) prepared and served. A chicago food sanitation manager must be on site and valid certificate posted at all times tcs food prepared and served. Priority foundation 7-38-012

      Official wording (code 2)

      City of chicago food service sanitation certificate

  7. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of exterior door 6 outside cafeteria. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

  8. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1/4" gap at bottom of exterior door 6 outside cafeteria. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain at all times.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralRepeat violation

      A previously cited basic violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Observed the following previous core violations from report #2492773 dated:3/12/21 not corrected: 53 5-501.17: observed no covered waste receptacles in women staff and girls washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.priority foundation violation 7-42-090 no citation issued.

      Official wording (code 60)

      Previous core violation corrected

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed low water pressure at left sink in boys first floor washroom. Instructed manager to repair.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacles in women staff and girls washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

  10. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors not clean of debris inside janitors closets. Must clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Handwashing sinks for students not maintained on 2nd and 3fl. Observed no soap in 3rd floor girls washroom, boys 2nd floor no soap cleanser. Instructed to provide . Priority foundation 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

      Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.

      Inspector’s note: Handwashing facilities not maintained in students washrooms . Observed no paper towels provided and hand drying device not operable in girls 2nd fl, boys 2nd floor washroom. Must provide hand drying device. 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Dishwashing equipment wasn’t set up, maintained, or used correctly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed 3- compartment dishwashing facilities not maintained in prep area. Hot water temperature 100.0f. Instructed hot water temperature must be a minimium of 110.0f. Must repair. Priority foundation 7-38-025

      Official wording (code 48)

      Warewashing facilities: installed, maintained & used; test strips

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors not clean of debris inside janitors closets. Must clean/maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

      Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.

      Inspector’s note: Observed boiler room exit door not rodent proofed, 1/4" gap on left corner of door. Instructed to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed cap missing on hot water faucet on hand washing sink in girls first floor washroom, no hot water at right hand washing sink in girls second floor washroom, leaking drainpipe under left sink in girls third floor washroom. Instructed to repair all hand washing sinks in girls washrooms. Observed rear toilet not operable in girls first floor washroom and left urinal not operable in boys second floor washroom. Instructed to repair and maintain all toilet facilities.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed peeling paint on walls and ceilings in girls and boys first floor washroom. Instructed to repair walls and ceilings in washroom.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed excessive clutter in second and third floor storage areas. Instructed to organize storage areas to prevent pest harborage.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Observed the first floor boys and girls restroom walls in poor repair, instructed to repair.

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: Floors not clean of debris in janitor closets 1st and 2nd fl.must clean/maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Toliet in the washroom in teachers lounge next to lunchroom leaking at the base.must repair.

  15. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Seal openings around pipe fitting under sink in first floor teacher staff washroom. Repair right dryer in girls first floor washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light bulbs in prep area.

  16. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Toilet rooms enclosed clean, provided with hand cleanser, sanitary hand drying devices and proper waste receptacles

      Inspector’s note: Observed no paper towels or operable sanitary hand drying device in boys third floor washroom. Instructed to repair hand dryer or provide paper towels in boys third floor washroom for proper hand drying. Serious violation 7-38-030

    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      Previous minor violation(s) corrected 7-42-090

      Inspector’s note: Previous minor violation not corrected from report #1537617 on 5-5-16: 38-instructed to fix the broken hand dryer in the 2nd floor boys toilet room and maintain. Serious violation 7-42-090

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Seal openings around pipe fitting under sink in first floor teacher staff washroom. Repair right dryer in girls first floor washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Replace missing light bulbs in prep area.

  17. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      * certified food manager on site when potentially hazardous foods are prepared and served

      Inspector’s note: Found no city of chicago certified food manager on site when serving potentially hazardous foods (i.e. Dairy, beef, etc.) instructed to have one on site at all times. Serious violaton 7-38-012

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact surfaces properly designed, constructed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Found all of the left wash bowls in the students toilet rooms in need of caulking/recaulking. Instructed to caulk/recaulk them all and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to fix the broken hand dryer in the 2nd fl boys toilet room and maintain.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to replace the missing hot water knob on the left wash bowl in the 3rd fl boys toilet room and maintain.

  18. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Opening in walls areas in poor repair in 1st fl janitors closet,and missing ceiling tiles.must replace to prevent any hiding areas for pest.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage too cluttered in gym storage closets,2nd fl art room storage closet.must properly organize off floors on storage shelving to prevent any pest harborage areas.

  19. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralSerious (pre-2018 form)

      No evidence of rodent or insect outer openings protected/rodent proofed, a written log shall be maintained available to the inspectors

      Inspector’s note: Observed outer openings(4-entry doors),not rodent proofed approx 1/4 inch at bottom areas.must repair all doors ,(mainentry,door-3,boiler room door)to be tight-fitting from rodent entry.serious violation 7-38-020.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: Opening in walls areas in poor repair in 1st fl janitors closet,and missing ceiling tiles.must replace to prevent any hiding areas for pest.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: Observed storage too cluttered in gym storage closets,2nd fl art room storage closet.must properly organize off floors on storage shelving to prevent any pest harborage areas.

  20. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    2 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: 1st. Floor boys restroom rear wall and ceiling peeling paint need to remove and reseal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Light out in teachers lounge cooler need to replace.

  21. Closed

    Canvass · Out of Business

    The inspector found this business closed.

    No violations

  22. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Lighting: required minimum foot-candles of light provided, fixtures shielded

      Inspector’s note: Shielding to protect against broken glass falling into food shall be provided for all artificial lighting sources in preparation, service, and display facilities.CLEAN LIGHT SHIELDS IN KITCHEN PREP AREA.

  23. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Food and non-food contact equipment utensils clean, free of abrasive detergents

      Inspector’s note: All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN ALL MOUTHPIECES ON WATER FOUNTAINS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Floors: constructed per code, cleaned, good repair, coving installed, dust-less cleaning methods used

      Inspector’s note: The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN ALL FLOOR DRAINS IN KITCHEN. ELEVATE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR IN 2ND FLOOR STORAGE ROOM. CLEAN FLOORS IN 3RD FLOOR MDF ROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. CLEAN ALL CEILING VENTS IN KITCHEN AND HALLWAY AREAS (DUST BUILDUP). CEILING NEED REPAIR IN BOYS 3RD FLOOR WASHROOM(WATER DAMAGE). REPAIR CEILING NEAR EXIT #7 OUTSIDE LUNCHROOM. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS IN GYM STORAGE ROOM NEAR LUNCHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS AROUND PIPE FITTINGS IN NORTHEAST CORNER IN BOYS 1ST FLOOR WASHROOM BEHIND TOILETS IN GIRLS 3RD FLOOR WASHROOM. SEAL ALL CRACKS, CREVICES, ETC IN BRICK WALLS IN GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Ventilation: All plumbing fixtures, such as toilets, sinks, washbasins, etc., must be adequately trapped, vented, and re-vented and properly connected to the sewer in accordance with the plumbing chapter of the Municipal Code of Chicago and the Rules and Regulations of the Board of Health. REPAIR HOT WATER LEAK UNDER RIGHT SINK IN BOYS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AREA NEAR BOYS WASHOROM.

  24. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL ALL OPENINGS IN WALLS AND CEILINGS IN BOYS, GIRLS AND TEACHERS WASHROOMS, UNDER SINKS, ETC

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Ventilation: rooms and equipment vented as required: plumbing: installed and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Increase water pressure in teacher's 1st floor washroom. Repair leak under right sink in boys 2nd floor washroom.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Premises maintained free of litter, unnecessary articles, cleaning equipment properly stored

      Inspector’s note: All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. ORGANIZE 2ND FLOOR STORAGE AND REAR GYM ROOM. ELEVATE STOCK OFF FLOOR.

  25. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 general Show violations
    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

      Walls, ceilings, attached equipment constructed per code: good repair, surfaces clean and dust-less cleaning methods

      Inspector’s note: The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. SEAL OPENINGS BEHIND TOILET AND SINK IN 2ND FLOOR TEACHER WASHROOM. SEAL OPENINGS IN WALLS IN NORTH STALL IN 2ND FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM AND REMOVE PEELING PAINT IN GIRLS 2ND FLOOR WASHROOM. REPAIR WEST WALL IN 3RD FLOOR BOYS WASHROOM (WATER DAMAGE). GROUT ALL OPENINGS IN BRICK WALLS IN ALL GIRLS AND BOYS WASHROOMS. REPAIR THRESHOLD ON EXIT #2 DOOR.

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