We are very excited to share that the Alain Locke All-Stars have received some incredibly impressive recognitions in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 Best Elementary and Middle School rankings.
Most notable among U.S. News’ 2026 rankings is that Alain Locke has been named a “Best Middle School.” Not only that, but we also ranked No. 2 among Illinois charter middle schools and No. 7 among Illinois charter elementary schools.
“The 2026 Best Elementary and Middle Schools rankings highlight institutions that excel in fostering student achievement and providing exceptional learning environments for all,” LaMont Jones, Ed.D., managing editor for education at U.S. News, stated in a press release. “These rankings offer communities and families valuable insights into schools dedicated to preparing students for future success.”
All-Stars, it’s through recognitions like these that you perfectly exemplify what absolute excellence in education looks like for all to see. Keep up the amazing work!
For more on our All-Stars’ spectacular rankings, visit our U.S. News profile today: https://www.usnews.com/education/k12/illinois/locke-a-elementary-charter-academy-203242