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

Are you a motivated individual interested in a career in the legal field? Chicago-based tech company Relativity has launched it’s Relativity Fellows program this year, and it sounds like it […]

As we all get settled in for an extended time away from school, Alain Locke would like to share a few resources to help keep students busy learning at home. […]

Photos from the 2020 History Fair
- March 5, 2020|
- In The News,
- Parent Newsletter,
The 2020 History Fair was full of informative and engaging projects from Alain Locke seventh- and eighth-graders last week. We would like to say a big “thank you!” to Mrs. […]
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.)






