Multiple schools receive perfect food ratings

Health inspectors visited a few Maricopa school cafeterias just before winter break — all of them receiving an A+ grade on their report cards. 

Inspectors with Pinal County Environmental Health visited eight food services in Maricopa from Dec. 8 to Dec. 14, giving them all “excellent” ratings. 

The report follows InMaricopa’s previous report that saw a pair of restaurants dinged with violations. 

Excellent 

A+ Charter School 

Legacy Traditional School 

Maricopa Elementary 

Saddleback Elementary  

Sequoia Pathway Academy — Elementary  

Sequoia Pathway Academy — Secondary 

Sweet Cravings 

Taco Bell 

What do the ratings mean?    

Excellent: All priority standards are observed as compliant.   

Satisfactory: One or more priority standards is out of compliance. All priority standards are corrected at the time of inspection.   

Needs improvement: One or more priority standards is out of compliance. At least one violation is not corrected at the time of inspection. When violations are corrected to the satisfaction of the department during a follow-up inspection, a satisfactory rating will be given.   

Unacceptable: One or more violations observed are an “imminent health hazard.” Hazards include the misuse of poisonous or toxic materials, onset of an apparent foodborne illness outbreak and unsanitary conditions that may endanger public health. Hazards can stem from fires, floods, electrical or water problems, and sewage backup. When violations are corrected to the satisfaction of the department during a follow-up inspection, a satisfactory rating will be given.