Skip to content
Loading map…

St. Ann School

2211 W 18th PL, CHICAGO, IL 60608 · School

Inspection summary

St. Ann School has been inspected 22 times by Chicago Department of Public Health since April 29, 2010. The most recent inspection, on September 22, 2026, found no infractions.

7 of 22 inspections on record found no infractions at all. In the past 12 months there was 1 inspection with 0 infractions recorded. The higher-risk findings here relate to: Pests, Handwashing and staff hygiene and Food temperature control.

Recent inspections have recorded fewer infractions than earlier ones, so the record is improving.

What these findings mean

Health authorities word their findings differently, so we group them by what they mean for your health. Higher-risk findings are the ones inspectors treat as critical, because they can directly make someone sick.

  • PestsHigher risk

    Signs of mice, rats, cockroaches or flies, or gaps and clutter that let them get in or hide. Pests carry bacteria and can contaminate food, supplies and surfaces, so evidence of activity is treated seriously and usually triggers a follow-up visit.

    Recorded 8 times across 7 separate inspections, most recently on October 25, 2022. For example: INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT

  • Handwashing and staff hygieneHigher risk

    Hands are one of the main ways germs spread, from person to person and onto food and surfaces. Inspectors look for stocked, accessible handwashing sinks, staff washing their hands when required, and sick staff being kept away from work where it matters. Gaps here can spread illness quickly.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on October 25, 2022. For example: ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE

  • Food temperature controlHigher risk

    Inspectors check that anything that has to be kept at a set temperature, such as chilled or hot food, or equipment like sterilizers, stays in its safe range and that accurate thermometers are on hand. With food, temperature problems are one of the most common causes of food poisoning.

    Recorded 2 times across 2 separate inspections, most recently on September 22, 2017. For example: REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS

  • Building, plumbing and upkeepLower risk

    Floors, walls and ceilings must be clean and in good repair, with working lighting, ventilation, plumbing, hot and cold water, and washrooms. These are rarely an immediate health risk on their own, but persistent problems can lead to pest or sanitation issues.

    Recorded 17 times across 14 separate inspections, most recently on October 15, 2025. For example: PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES

  • Equipment and utensilsLower risk

    Equipment has to be made of cleanable materials, kept in good repair and stored properly. These findings are mostly about upkeep, like a cracked surface or worn part. They are generally lower risk but show how well the place is maintained.

    Recorded 15 times across 8 separate inspections, most recently on October 14, 2021. For example: FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED

About this data

These results come from Chicago Department of Public Health, which inspects food premises and other public facilities in this area. We republish the authority's public disclosure data and refresh it regularly; the official record is the final word.

22 inspections

  1. Canvass

    0 infractions

  2. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 51. PLUMBING INSTALLED; PROPER BACKFLOW DEVICES
      • LEAK AT THE BASE OF THE KNOB ON THE KITCHEN HAND WASHING SINK. THE MIDDLE (THIRD WASHBOWL IN THE GIRL'S TOILET ROOM BY THE KITCHEN HAS NO RUNNING WATER. INSTRUCTED TO FIX LEAK, PROVIDE RUNNING WATER AND MAINTAIN GOOD PLUMBING.
  3. Canvass

    0 infractions

  4. Canvass

    0 infractions

  5. Canvass Re-Inspection

    4 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR (LEFT SIDE) NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED WITH A MORE THAN ONE INCH GAP IN THE FAR-RIGHT CORNER. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • 5-501.17 OBSERVED A COVERED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.114 OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE GROUND IN THE CLOSETS OF THE PRE-K ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.
  6. Canvass

    5 infractions

    • 10. ADEQUATE HANDWASHING SINKS PROPERLY SUPPLIED AND ACCESSIBLE
      • 6-301.14 OBSERVED NO HAND WASHING SIGNS LOCATED IN THE EMPLOYEE'S TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-202.15 OBSERVED THE FRONT ENTRANCE DOOR (LEFT SIDE) NOT TIGHT FITTING OR RODENT PROOFED WITH A MORE THAN ONE INCH GAP IN THE FAR-RIGHT CORNER. INSTRUCTED TO MAKE SAID DOOR TIGHT FITTING.
    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • 6-501.111 OBSERVED EVIDENCE OF RODENT ACTIVITY ON SITE. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED BY THE HOT WATER HEATER IN THE FOOD PREP AREA AND ABOUT 5 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK, BEHIND THE DOOR AND UNDER THE HAND WASHING SINK. OBSERVED ABOUT 20 RODENT DROPPINGS LOCATED IN A CLOSET UNDER THE SHELVES AND ABOUT 5 RODENT DROPPINGS SCATTERED IN THE PRE-K ROOM 2, 3 AND 4. INSTRUCTED TO ELIMINATE RODENT ACTIVITY, CLEAN AND SANITIZE AFFECTED AREAS AND RECOMMENDED CONTACTING PEST CONTROL FOR A SERVICE. PRIORITY FOUNDATION. CITATION ISSUED 7-38-020(A).
    • 53. TOILET FACILITIES: PROPERLY CONSTRUCTED, SUPPLIED, & CLEANED
      • 5-501.17 OBSERVED A COVERED RECEPTACLE IS NEEDED IN THE EMPLOYEE TOILET ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO PROVIDE.
    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • 6-501.114 OBSERVED ITEMS STORED ON THE GROUND IN THE CLOSETS OF THE PRE-K ROOMS. INSTRUCTED TO ELEVATE EVERYTHING AT LEAST 6 INCHES FROM THE GROUND.
  7. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 38. INSECTS, RODENTS, & ANIMALS NOT PRESENT
      • OBSERVED THE FRONT DOOR/RECEIVING AREA FOR THE KITCHEN NOT TIGHT FITTING AT THE BOTTOM. MUST PROVIDE A WEATHER STRIP TO PREVENT ENTRY POINT FOR PEST.
    • 47. FOOD & NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES CLEANABLE, PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED & USED
      • OBSERVED THE SINK STOPPERS IN POOR REPAIR. MUST REPLACE AND MAINTAIN IN ORDER TO SET UP SINKS PROPERLY TO WASH, RINSE AND SANITIZE.
  8. Canvass

    1 infraction

    • 55. PHYSICAL FACILITIES INSTALLED, MAINTAINED & CLEAN
      • OBSERVED THE CEILING LIGHT SHIELDS NOT CLEAN, INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN, AND MAINTAIN.
  9. Canvass

    0 infractions

  10. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • MUST REPLACE BURNTOUT LIGHTS IN PRE-K BLUE ROOM.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • MUST PROVIDE THERMOMETERS FOR REFRIGERATORS IN PRE-K BLUE & RED ROOMS.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • MUST ELEVATE ARTICLES(BOXES AND BOOKS) OFF OF FLOOR IN STAFF BREAK ROOM.
  11. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  12. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 19. OUTSIDE GARBAGE WASTE GREASE AND STORAGE AREA; CLEAN, RODENT PROOF, ALL CONTAINERS COVERED
      • OBSERVED GARBAGE CANS OVERFLOWING WITH GARBAGE. INSTRUCTED TO NOT HAVE GARBAGE OVERFLOWING. RECOMMENDED ADD ADDITIONAL GARBAGE CANS OR ADDITIONAL PICK UPS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • OBSERVED FLOORS UNDER THE 3 COMPARTMENT SINK ARE IN NEED OF CLEANING ALONG THE WALL AND IN ALL CORNERS TO REMOVE DIRT DEBRIS. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND MAINTAIN.
  13. Canvass Re-Inspection

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN ALL WATER FOUNTAINS IN HALLWAY AREAS.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • REMOVE EXCESS WATER OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT BOILER ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
  14. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • OBSERVED APPROXIMATELY 20-30 MICE DROPPINGS ON BOTTOM SHELVES AND FLOOR UNDER RADIATOR IN SUPPLY STORAGE ROOM NEAR REAR DOOR. INSTRUCTED MANAGER TO CALL AN EXTERMINATOR FOR SERVICE, CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AREAS. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN ALL WATER FOUNTAINS AND SHELVES IN SUPPLY ROOM.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • REMOVE EXCESS WATER WATER OFF FLOOR IN BASEMENT BOILER ROOM. CLEAN FLOORS UNDER ALL EQUIPMENT, ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS IN SUPPLY ROOM.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE ALL UNUSED EQUIPMENT AND ARTICLES IN STORAGE AREAS TO PREVENT PEST HARBORAGE. STORE ALL STOCK OFF FLOOR, AWAY FROM WALLS AND CORNERS FOR EASY CLEANING AND PEST CONTROL.
  15. Canvass Re-Inspection

    0 infractions

  16. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • FOUND APPROXIMATELY 35 RODENT MICE DROPPINGS IN THE EAT IN PRE-K CLASSROOMS,MAIN OFFICE.INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL AFFECTED AREAS AND REMOVE CLUTTER WHERE NOTED,PEST CONTROL SERVICE IS NOW RECCOMENDED.ALSO,THE NORTH FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR HAS A 1/4" OPENING AT THE BOTTOM,THE DOOR MUST BE TIGHT FITTING ALL ACROSS THE BOTTOM TO PREVENT PEST ENTRY. SERIOUS VIOLATION 7-38-020.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • FLOORS ALONG WALLS AND IN ALL CORNERS THROUGHOUT THE PRE-K CLASSROOMS REQUIRE A DETAIL CLEANING AND MAINTAIN.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • REMOVE PIECES OF UNUSED FOOD EQUIPMENTS IN THE KITCHEN AREA DUE TO POTENTIAL PEST HARBORAGE. ELEVATE STORED ARTICLES OFF THE FLOOR IN THE EAT IN PRE-K CLASSROOMS/CLOSETS FOR EASIER CLEANING.
  17. Canvass

    3 infractions

    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • CLEAN DUSTY FAN GUARD COVER IN WALK-IN COOLER.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • OBSERVED PEELING PAINT ON CEILING OVER REAR MIDDLE TABLE IN DINING AREA NEED TO REMOVE AND RESEAL.
    • 36. LIGHTING: REQUIRED MINIMUM FOOT-CANDLES OF LIGHT PROVIDED, FIXTURES SHIELDED
      • NEED TO REMOVE WATER FROM INSIDE THE LIGHT SHIELD IN WALK-IN COOLER, ALSO CLEAN INSIDE ALL LIGHT SHIELDS, AND REMOVE DUST FROM KITCHEN LIGHT SHIELDS.
  18. Canvass Re-Inspection

    1 infraction

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • THE FLOORS ARE NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND THE SHELVES AND BOOKCASES, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
  19. Canvass

    2 infractions

    • 18. NO EVIDENCE OF RODENT OR INSECT OUTER OPENINGS PROTECTED/RODENT PROOFED, A WRITTEN LOG SHALL BE MAINTAINED AVAILABLE TO THE INSPECTORS
      • THERE ARE OVER 40 MOUSE DROPPINGS IN THE PRE SCHOOL CLASSROOMS, TEACHERS LOUNGE, MAIN OFFICE AND BASEMENT STAIR TOP LANDING WHICH HAS A HOLE IN THE BASEBOARD. CLEAN UP AND SANITIZE ALL ABOVE AREAS AND FILL IN ANY GAPS AND OPENINGS WHERE MICE CAN HARBOR. THE WEST FRONT MAIN ENTRANCE DOOR HAS A 1/4" GAP AT THE BOTTOM, REPLACE THE SWEEP SO IT SEALS TIGHT.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • THE FLOORS ARE NOT CLEAN UNDER AND BEHIND THE SHELVES AND BOOKCASES, CLEAN THE FLOORS FROM CORNER TO CORNER.
  20. Canvass

    6 infractions

    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. CLEAN THE FLOOR IN THE KITCHEN, UTILTY CLOSET, WALKIN COOLER AND FOOD STORE ROOM.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. WALLS IN THE WALK IN COOLER HAS SPLASHED ON MILK AND FOOD DEBRIS ON THEM. INSTRUCTED TO CLEAN AND SANITIZE SAME.
    • 37. TOILET ROOM DOORS SELF CLOSING: DRESSING ROOMS WITH LOCKERS PROVIDED: COMPLETE SEPARATION FROM LIVING/SLEEPING QUARTERS
      • None of the operations connected with food establishments shall be conducted in any room used as living or sleeping quarters. CLEAN AND SANITIZE ALL THE TOILETS IN THE BOYS AND GIRLS TOILET ROOMS.
    • 38. VENTILATION: ROOMS AND EQUIPMENT VENTED AS REQUIRED: PLUMBING: INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED
      • The flow of air discharged from kitchen fans shall always be through a duct to a point above the roofline. PROVIDE WATER TO THE 1ST AND 3RD HAND SINK IN THE GIRLS TOILET ROOM. MIDDLE SINK IN THE BOYS TOILET ROOM IN WATER AT THAT SINK PROVIDE SAME.
    • 40. REFRIGERATION AND METAL STEM THERMOMETERS PROVIDED AND CONSPICUOUS
      • All food establishments that display, prepare, or store potentially hazardous foods shall have calibrated metal stem thermometers, provided and conspicuous, for refrigerated and hot food units. PROVIDE A THERMOMETER IN THE WALKIN COOLER.
    • 41. PREMISES MAINTAINED FREE OF LITTER, UNNECESSARY ARTICLES, CLEANING EQUIPMENT PROPERLY STORED
      • All parts of the food establishment and all parts of the property used in connection with the operation of the establishment shall be kept neat and clean and should not produce any offensive odors. CLUTTER IN THE UTILITY ROOM. INSTRUCTED TO REMOVE CLUTTER AND CLEAN AND ORGNIZE SO NO INSECT ON RODENT HARBORAGE.
  21. Canvass

    0 infractions

  22. Canvass

    4 infractions

    • 32. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT SURFACES PROPERLY DESIGNED, CONSTRUCTED AND MAINTAINED
      • All food and non-food contact equipment and utensils shall be smooth, easily cleanable, and durable, and shall be in good repair. RUSTY EXTERIOR OF STOVE AND SHELF ABOVE SAME ARE NOT CONSIDERED EASILY CLEANABLE SURFACES, MUST EITHER PAINT OR REPLACE(NOT USED, FOOD CATERED FROM PREFERRED MEALS).
    • 33. FOOD AND NON-FOOD CONTACT EQUIPMENT UTENSILS CLEAN, FREE OF ABRASIVE DETERGENTS
      • All food and non-food contact surfaces of equipment and all food storage utensils shall be thoroughly cleaned and sanitized daily. CLEAN THE INTERIOR OF THE STACK IN THE EXHAUST OVER THE STOVE IN THE KITCHEN.
    • 34. FLOORS: CONSTRUCTED PER CODE, CLEANED, GOOD REPAIR, COVING INSTALLED, DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS USED
      • The floors shall be constructed per code, be smooth and easily cleaned, and be kept clean and in good repair. ELEVATE ALL ITEMS 6 INCHES OF FLOOR IN CLOSETS IN BOTH PRE-K CLASSROOMS. DETAIL CLEAN FLOOR BEHIND WALK-IN COOLER IN DINING ROOM. REPLACE MISSING FLOOR PLATE UNDERNEATH LEFT REAR EXIT DOOR.
    • 35. WALLS, CEILINGS, ATTACHED EQUIPMENT CONSTRUCTED PER CODE: GOOD REPAIR, SURFACES CLEAN AND DUST-LESS CLEANING METHODS
      • The walls and ceilings shall be in good repair and easily cleaned. REMOVE ALL CHIPPED PAINT FROM WALLS IN DINING AREA/GYM AND IN ENGINEER'S STOREROOM, SMOOTH AND PAINT SAME. REPLACE ALL LIGHT COLORED WALL COVINGS IN DINING AREA/KITCHEN THAT ARE NO LONGER EASILY CLEANABLE. PAINT DOOR TO ART SUPPLY ROOM. CLEAN LIGHT SHIELD(S) IN KITCHEN. REPLACE SWEEPER ON FRONT DOOR THAT IS IN POOR REPAIR.

Nearby inspected facilities

Own this business? Add a badge to your website