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
The 2025-26 annual K-8 science fair truly was a sight to behold at school on Friday! During this thought-provoking day, our gymnasium transformed into a hive of observation and discussion […]
Yesterday, the Alain Locke Band, Choir, and Dance Team put on a very special holiday performance for our friends at BDO Digital. The annual holiday performance, which takes place each […]
The fifth and sixth grade Alain Locke All-Stars had an amazing time visiting the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry last week! During our big day out at this beloved […]
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.)
