Glide Middle School

Glide Middle School sits in the heart of a small, tight-knit community tucked along the North Umpqua River in Douglas County, where outdoor life — hiking, fishing, and exploring the surrounding Umpqua National Forest — is a big part of growing up here. Academically, the school lands in the middle of the pack statewide, which reflects the challenges that many rural Oregon districts face, though families who choose Glide tend to value the close relationships students build with teachers in a smaller setting. It's a good fit for families drawn to a quieter, nature-surrounded lifestyle who appreciate a community where everyone knows each other's name.