Chicago's #1 Public Charter School
Chicago's #1 Public Charter School
WHY ALAIN LOCKE?
Watch this 2-minute video to find out more, including why it was named the #1 Charter School in Chicago
MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL
On behalf of the faculty and staff, we welcome you to Alain Locke Charter School! Our extended day, year round school is located in the heart of Chicago’s West Side, serving over 500 preschool through 8th grade students. Named after the first African-American Rhodes Scholar, Alain Locke Charter School is committed to absolute excellence and ensuring that our students are globally competitive. READ MORE >
NEW & NOTEWORTHY
Last Thursday, our seventh grade All-Stars headed downstate for an action-packed field trip to our state’s capital city. This special outing to Springfield included visits to everywhere from the Illinois […]
Again and again, our incredible team here at Alain Locke demonstrates what the world-class education we empower our All-Stars with is truly about. In the latest example, we are incredibly […]
What an incredible turnout! We had a wonderful time seeing so many families at the Alain Locke 2026-27 Open House on Wednesday. The day offered families interested in learning more […]
FOR PARENTS
On behalf of the faculty and staff, welcome to Alain Locke Charter School.
FOR ALUMNI
Once a part of the Alain Locke family, always a part of the Alain Locke family.
RESOURCES
A commitment to excellence is unwavering in every element of life at our school.
ENROLLMENT
Admission to Alain Locke is by blind lottery.
Complete the online LOTTERY APPLICATION or download the form.
(Filling out an application does not ensure admission.)
