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Challenge Early College High School

5601 W 610 Loop S, Houston, TX 77081
School / Childcare
Last inspected: Oct 14, 2025
86
Score
Low Risk

Inspectors have visited Challenge Early College High School five times, with records going back to 2023. The newest entry in the record is dated Oct 14, 2025. Low risk indicates the latest report didn't flag anything that would worry the average customer.

Recent inspections have turned up roughly the same number of issues each time, hovering near two violations per visit.

The most common issue across all inspections has been “plumbing fixture installation”, showing up two times.

Challenge Early College High School's latest score is in line with the Houston average of 88. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

5
Inspections
0
Critical latest
0
Major latest
3
Minor latest
Inspection History
Oct 14, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
3 minor violations.
View 3 violations
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
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)
Food establishment failed to maintain on premises a certificate of completion of the food handler course for each food employee.
20-53(g)
86
Apr 10, 2025
Routine Inspection (001)
2 minor violations.
View 2 violations
Plumbing fixture installation. plumbing fixtures, including compartment type utensil-and-food sinks, hand-washing sinks and mop or utility sinks, not installed to preclude splashes from running down mounting surfaces behind and adjacent to the fixture. acceptable installation methods include a liquid tight seal between fixture and mounting surface, insertion into a precut counter, table or cabinet with a perimeter seal or any other effective method. all materials used shall be safe, smooth, impervious and easily cleanable.
20-21.10(m)
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
90
Aug 27, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
Openings. openings to the outside not effectively protected against the entrance of rodents.
20-21.21(b)
95
Feb 27, 2024
Routine Inspection (001)
1 minor violation.
View 1 violation
General. plumbing not sized / installed / maintained according to applicable laws.
20-21.17(a)
95
Dec 12, 2023
Routine Inspection (001)
No violations found.
100

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Challenge Early College High School last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Challenge Early College High School on file is from Oct 14, 2025. The public record contains five inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Challenge Early College High School?

Across the inspection record, “plumbing fixture installation” has been cited two times, more than any other issue at Challenge Early College High School.

How does Challenge Early College High School compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Challenge Early College High School most recently scored 86 out of 100, which is about the same as the Houston average of 88.

Has Challenge Early College High School's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Challenge Early College High School have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Challenge Early College High School 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 Challenge Early College High School inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Challenge Early College High School is inspected around three times per year on average.

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