Martinez Elementary

7211 Market St, Houston, TX 77020

School / Childcare

Last inspected: Dec 15, 2025

Score

Low Risk

Going back to 2024, Martinez Elementary has four inspections in the public record. Martinez Elementary was last inspected on Dec 15, 2025. Diners can read the low risk label as a sign that recent inspections have gone well.

Inspection results have stayed in a similar range over the last few visits, averaging around two violations each.

That puts the facility ahead of the local pack: the average Houston restaurant scores 87. The file should reassure diners considering a visit.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Dec 15, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

1 minor violation. 1 corrected on site.

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Cleaning frequency. nonfood-contact surfaces of equipment not cleaned as often as is necessary to keep the equipment free of accumulation of dust, dirt, food particles, and other debris. (corrected on site)

20-21.11(a)(07)

May 29, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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Wiping cloths. moist cloths used for wiping food spills on kitchenware and food-contact surfaces of equipment not clean / not rinsed frequently in one of the sanitizing solutions permitted in section 20-21.12(e)(02) through (06) of this code / used for no other purpose. these cloths shall be stored in the sanitizing solution between uses. (corrected on site)

20-21.11(c)(02)

Removing dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests. dead or trapped birds / insects / rodents / other pests not removed from control devices and the premises at a frequency that prevents the accumulation or attraction of pests and minimizes exposure to decomposing remains. (corrected on site)

20-21.21(d)

Mar 7, 2025

Routine Inspection (001)

2 minor violations. 2 corrected on site.

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20-21.11(a)(07)

Containers. containers stored outside the establishment / dumpsters / compactors / compactor systems / receptacles / waste handling units for refuse / recyclables / and returnables not provided with tight-fitting lids / doors / covers, not kept covered when not in actual use. in containers designed with drains, drain plugs shall be in place at all times, except during cleaning. (corrected on site)

20-21.20(a)(03)

Apr 18, 2024

Routine Inspection (001)

4 minor violations.

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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)

Toilet fixtures. toilet fixture not kept clean / not in good repair.

20-21.18(d)

Hand-washing sink faucets. self-closing / slow-closing / metering faucet not designed to provide a flow of water for at least 20 seconds without the need to reactivate the faucet.

20-21.19(b)

Attachments. light fixtures / vent covers / wall-mounted fans / similar equipment not including decorative items attached to walls and ceilings not easily cleanable / not maintained in good repair / not kept clean.

20-21.23(g)

Frequently Asked Questions

When was Martinez Elementary last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Martinez Elementary on file is from Dec 15, 2025. The public record contains four inspections in total.

How does Martinez Elementary compare to other restaurants in Houston?

Martinez Elementary most recently scored 95 out of 100, which is higher than the Houston average of 87.

Has Martinez Elementary's inspection record improved over time?

Results have been roughly steady. Inspections at Martinez Elementary have averaged around two violations per visit across the recent record.

What does a low risk rating mean?

A low risk rating at Martinez Elementary 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 Martinez Elementary inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Martinez Elementary is inspected around two times per year on average.

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