Pass

Wadsworth Elem

6650 S Ellis (1000E) AVE, Chicago, IL 60637

School ZIP 60637 Risk 1 (High)

Passed · as of Sep 24, 2026

Wadsworth Elem was last inspected on September 24, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found no violations.

Latest inspection

September 24, 2026 · Canvass

Pass

Result: Pass

No violations

No violations were recorded at this inspection.

Inspection history

20 inspections on record

  1. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    No violations

  2. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    3 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed timed faucets not functioning properly in girls and boys washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivationg faucet.

      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: Observed no faucet, hot or cold running water at hand washing sink in kitchen. Instructed manager to replace faucet and provide hot and cold running water at hand washing sink. Priority 7-38-030(c)

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2624251 on 9-23-25:38-observed over 80 mice droppings scattered on floor in cafe 163 storage, on floor and shelves inside closets and on toys shelves and equipment in pre-k 107, on floor inside closets, on storage containers and bottom of cubbies in pre-k 109. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed inoperable sink in pre-k 107 washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      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 receptacles in lunchroom staff and teacher staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in pre-k closets 107 and 109. Instructed manager to organize all closets, elevate items off floor and away from walls for easy cleaning and pest control.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  3. Fail

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Fail

    3 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand washing sinks first floor boys washroom 72.1f, first floor girls washroom 71.1f, pre-k 107 72.3f, pre-k 109 73.5f, pre-k 110 washroom 73.4f, second floor boys 75.5f, second floor girls 76.7f, third floor girls 74.8f, third floor boys 69.2f. Instructed manager to provide hot water at all hand washing sinks for proper hand washing. Priority 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: Observed timed faucets not functioning properly in girls and boys washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivationg faucet.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • CriticalRepeat violation

      A previously cited serious violation still wasn’t fixed.

      Inspector’s note: Previous priority foundation violation not corrected from report #2624251 on 9-23-25:38-observed over 100 mice droppings scattered on outlets, piping and floor along walls and corners behind cooking equipment, coolers, etc in prep area, on floor along walls and corners in dry storage areas, on ledges in lunchroom, on shelves in rear lunchroom storage area, on floor in cafe 163 storage, on floor and shelves inside closets and on toys shelves and equipment in pre-k 107, on floor inside closets and bottom of cubbies in pre-k 109. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority 7-42-090

      Official wording (code 59)

      Previous priority foundation violation corrected

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucet on hand washing sink in kitchen and inoperable sink in pre-k 109 washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      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 receptacles in lunchroom staff and teacher staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed items stored on floor in pre-k closets 107 and 109. Instructed manager to organize all closets, elevate items off floor and away from walls for easy cleaning and pest control.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  4. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical5 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed no hot water at hand washing sinks first floor boys washroom 72.1f, first floor girls washroom 71.1f, pre-k 107 72.3f, pre-k 109 73.5f, pre-k 110 washroom 73.4f, second floor boys 75.5f, second floor girls 76.7f, third floor girls 74.8f, third floor boys 69.2f. Instructed manager to provide hot water at all hand washing sinks for proper hand washing. Priority 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: Observed timed faucets not functioning properly in girls and boys washrooms. Water must run continuously for at least 15 seconds before reactivationg faucet.

      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 over 100 mice droppings scattered on floor along walls and corners in prep area behind cooking equipment, dry storage areas, on ledges in lunchroom, on floor along walls and corners in rear lunchroom storage area, on floor in cafe 163 storage, on floor and shelves inside closets in pre-k 107, on bottom of cubbies in pre-k 109. Instructed manager to call an exterminator for service, clean and sanitize all areas. Priority foundation 7-38-020(a)

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.

      Inspector’s note: Observed ice buildup inside reach-in freezer in kitchen. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      Official wording (code 47)

      Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Observed loose faucet on hand washing sink in kitchen and inoperable sink in pre-k 109 washroom. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      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 receptacles in lunchroom staff and teacher staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide covered receptacles in all women and unisex washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed clutter in pre-k closets. Instructed manager to organize all closets, elevate items off floor and away from walls for easy cleaning and pest control.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  5. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    1 critical Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Found timed faucets not staying on the required minimum time of 20 seconds for handwashing; instructed to adjust faucets where needed through out building.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

  6. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Found no hot running water at handsinks in washrooms on the third floor and first floor during a random check. Temperatures ranged from 73f to 73.8f and 74f. Instructed that all handsinks must maintain a minimum temperature of 100f at all times. Priority violation 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: Found timed faucets not staying on the required minimum time of 20 seconds for handwashing; instructed to adjust faucets where needed through out building.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean floor in kitchen corners areas by stove and grease trap. Corrected on site.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  7. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFood handling

      Fruits and vegetables weren’t washed.

      Official wording (code 42)

      Washing fruits & vegetables

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Floors in prep area in need of cleaning to remove food debris. Instructed to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Reach in freezer leaking at interior causing ice build up in freezer. Instructed to have leak fixed to eliminate dripping water on boxes. Correct and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  8. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    1 critical2 general Show violations
    • CriticalHygiene & sanitation

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

      Inspector’s note: Some timed faucets do not stay on the required minimum time of 15 seconds; instructed to adjust timed faucets in student washrooms where needed.

      Official wording (code 10)

      Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed some toilet room receptacles in unisex washrooms without lids; instructed to provide waste receptacles with lids in unisex, womens and girls washrooms.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Ventilation or lighting was inadequate.

      Inspector’s note: Observed light dust on light bulb covers and on vents in vent system above ovens; clean to remove dust observed.

      Official wording (code 56)

      Adequate ventilation & lighting; designated areas used

  9. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed visible light at the bottom of three outer doors on the first floor; instructed to secure doors so that they are tight fitting at the bottom and completly rodent proofed.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Equipment and surfaces were dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Instructed to clean the can opener blade at the prep table in the kitchen.

      Official wording (code 49)

      Non-food/food contact surfaces clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed toilet paper on the ceiling of student washrooms; remove toilet paper from ceilings where needed.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  10. 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 1/4" gap on bottom left corner of gym exit door. Instructed manager 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 leaking hot water faucet on left sink in women staff first floor washroom near main entrance. Instructed manager to repair and maintain.

      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 kitchen staff and women staff washrooms. Instructed manager to provide.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Observed food splatters on ceiling in prep area. Instructed manager to clean and maintain.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  11. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

    3 general Show violations
    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Plumbing problems, or missing protection against backflow.

      Inspector’s note: Replace battery in sensor of 1st washbowl of boys 1st floor washroom.

      Official wording (code 51)

      Plumbing installed; proper backflow devices

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

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

      Inspector’s note: Must provide covered receptacles for washrooms used by female staff.

      Official wording (code 53)

      Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Clean floor of food debris and litter in lunchroom area under tables and open floor.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  12. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

    4 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: OBSERVED AN APPX."1/2-3/4" GAP ALONG BOTTOM OF NORTH PLAYGROUND DOOR.MUST MAKE DOOR TIGHT FITTING

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST CLEAN FOOD DEBRIS BUILD UP FROM CEILING IN PREP AREA AND WALL UNITS IN LUNCHROOM.MUST CLEAN DUST BUILD UP FROM CEILING VENTS AND TILES IN LUNCHROOM

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST REPAIR OR REPLACE BROKEN CONCRETE FLOOR UNDER 3- COMP SINK

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Inspector Comments: MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES OFF OF FLOOR AND AWAY FROM WALLS IN PRE-K ROOM 109

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  13. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    5 general Show violations
    • GeneralPests

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed an appx."1/2-3/4" gap along bottom of north playground door.must make door tight fitting.

      Official wording (code 38)

      Insects, rodents, & animals not present

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Garbage wasn’t handled or stored properly.

      Inspector’s note: Observed outside garbage dumpster lids broken on dumpster.must repair or replace to be tight fitting(priority foundation-no citation issued)

      Official wording (code 54)

      Garbage & refuse properly disposed; facilities maintained

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must clean food debris build up from ceiling in prep area and wall units in lunchroom.must clean dust build up from ceiling vents and tiles in lunchroom.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace broken concrete floor under 3- comp sink.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

    • GeneralFacility upkeep

      Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in pre-k room 109.

      Official wording (code 55)

      Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean

  14. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Must correct the following plumbing issues: no running water at the first hand sink in the girls washroom on the first floor; must provide. (three sinks total) one soap dispenser in the boys washroom on the first floor is broken; replace broken soap dispenser. (two total in washroom) room 107 (pre-k) the washroom sink has no running water; restore water to sink. An exposed hand sink is available for hand washing in this classroom.

  15. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Clean floors in cafeteria of food spills, debris and litter under and around tables. Clean floors in equipment storage area and dry food storage area at corners.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Repair leaks at faucets of 3-compartment sink.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate paper goods off floor in equipment storage closet, remove unnecessary articles and unused equipment. Organize and maintain at all times.

  16. Pass

    Canvass · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace worn door gasket on hot holding unit,missing handle on milk cooler near register.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must clean debri from can opener.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must adjust thresholds at door #3 gym,east & north.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must repair or replace 3rd fl. Staff leaky toilet,1st fl. (g) 1st hand sink not operable and adjust faucet in pre-k 109.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must elevate articles off of floor and away from walls in pre-k 109 closet.

  17. Pass

    Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass

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

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed 1st. Floor womens restroom nozzle leaking, instructed to repair, also repair girls restroom 3rd. Sink leaking at shut off, and the 1st sink battery not working, instructed to repair.

  18. Fail

    Canvass · Fail

    1 critical4 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Adequate number, convenient, accessible, designed, and maintained

      Inspector’s note: Observed the kitchen hand sink clogged at this time, instructed to repair. Instructed to use hand sink in restroom off manager office 5 steps from tray line. Critical violation 7-38-030.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the steamer not maintained leaking water,instructed to repair. Observed rusty grease trap cover under the 3 comp. Sink, instructed to remove rust/reseal.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed standing water under the steamer in the kitchen, instructed to remove/dry mop. Also in the girls 1st. Floor restroom standing water, instructed to remove.

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed dusty ceiling vent in the side storage area, also in lunchroom over student dining tables, instructed to remove. Also clean ceiling light shield in same dry storage area .

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Observed the 1st floor womens restroom nozzle leaking, instructed to repair. Also repair girls restroom 3rd.sink leaking at shut off,and the 1st.sink battery not working, instructed to repair.

  19. Conditional

    Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions

    2 critical1 general Show violations
    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Facilities to maintain proper temperature

      Inspector’s note: Refrigerated food storage facilities at improper temperatures. Noted reach in cooler at 54 degrees f. Must repair and maintain cooler at 40 degrees f and below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005a

    • CriticalCritical (pre-2018 form)

      Potentially hazardous food meets temperature requirement during storage, preparation display and service

      Inspector’s note: Potentially hazardous foods at improper temperatures. Noted 20lbs of turkey breast at 51.8 degrees f. Also noted 25lbs of cheese at 49 degrees f. Must maintain potentially hazardous cold foods at 40 degrees f and below. Critical citation issued 7-38-005a

    • GeneralMinor (pre-2018 form)

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

      Inspector’s note: Must remove unnecessary clutter from boiler room,mop sink closets and storage rooms throughout premises. Store all items 6 inches off the floor.

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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 6 weeks ago. Always confirm with the official record.