Dore Elementary School was last inspected on February 2, 2026 with a result of “Pass”. Inspectors found 2 violations, 1 of them critical, including signs of pests.
Latest inspection
February 2, 2026 · Canvass Re-Inspection
Result: Pass
1 critical1 general-
CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signage in student restrooms floors 1-3. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashing signage at all times.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed exterior delivery door near kitchen not tight fitting. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
Inspection history
10 inspections on record
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
2 critical1 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed hot water at staff and student handsinks on 2nd and 1st floor (westside)not at correct minimum hot water temperature. Temperature range observed at 67-78f. Instructed person in charge to repair and restore hot water at all handsinks and maintain. Priority violation # #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing signange in student restrooms floors 1-3. Instructed person in charge to provide and maintain handwashin signage at all times.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observed exterior delivery door near kitchen not tight fitting. Instructed person in charge to repair and maintain
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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Pass
Canvass Re-Inspection · Pass
No violations
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Fail
Canvass · Fail
1 critical Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed handwashing sinks below minimum hot water temperature of 100f. Inadequate hot water temperature (71f-77f) is observed at the following handsinks: front kitchen serving line area, 3rd floor north boys bathroom, 2nd floor north boys bathroom(both), 2nd floor west and north staff restroom. Priority violation #7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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Conditional
Canvass · Pass w/ Conditions
2 critical2 general Show violations
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed no handwashing sink signage at handwashing sinks in 3rd floor restrooms (boys, girls, staff). Instructed to provide handwashing sink signage to all restrooms and maintain.
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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CriticalHygiene & sanitation
Hand sinks were missing, blocked, or not stocked with soap and towels.
Inspector’s note: Observed several handwashing sinks at various areas below minimum temperature of 100.0f for handwashing: front kitchen serving line area, 3rd floor west boys bathroom, 2nd floor west boys bathroom, 2nd floor west staff restroom, 1st floor west boys restroom. Instructed to repair handwashing sink to provide water of at least 100.0f for handwashing. Person-in-charge adjusted sinks to provide water at 100.0f and above. Priority foundation. 7-38-030(c).
Official wording (code 10)
Adequate handwashing sinks properly supplied and accessible
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed 1st floor staff restroom receptacle with no cover. Instructed to add receptacle with cover and maintain.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Floors, walls, or ceilings were damaged or dirty.
Inspector’s note: Observed 2nd floor staff restroom handwashing sink missing caulk along wall and sinking away from wall. Instructed to repair and replace caulk along fixture and maintain.
Official wording (code 55)
Physical facilities installed, maintained & clean
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
3 general Show violations
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GeneralPests
Insects, rodents, or animals were present, or the building wasn’t sealed against them.
Inspector’s note: Observe 1/4" gap between rear exit doors in service corridor near mechanical room 103. Instructed manager to seal all outer openings on door to prevent pest entry.
Official wording (code 38)
Insects, rodents, & animals not present
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Observed milk crates used as shelving in dry storage area. Instructed manager to provide adequate shelving for easy cleaning and pest control.
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Toilet rooms weren’t built, stocked, or cleaned properly.
Inspector’s note: Observed no covered waste receptacle in first floor unisex east washroom near classroom 126. Instructed manager to provide.
Official wording (code 53)
Toilet facilities: properly constructed, supplied, & cleaned
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
1 general Show violations
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GeneralFacility upkeep
Equipment or surfaces were in poor repair or made of material that can’t be cleaned.
Inspector’s note: Paper lining on interior bottom of milk coolers. Instd to remove so as surface to be smooth, even, easily cleanable
Official wording (code 47)
Food & non-food contact surfaces cleanable, properly designed, constructed & used
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Pass
Canvass · Pass
No violations
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Source: Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH) open data, refreshed hourly. Last inspection 9 months ago. Always confirm with the official record.