Glide Middle School

Glide Middle School is a regular public school located in the remote rural area of Glide, Oregon. Serving students in grades seven and eight, the school has an enrollment of 108 students with a student-teacher ratio of 15.4:1, ensuring that each student receives individual attention from its dedicated staff of seven full-time equivalent teachers. While Glide Middle School's academic performance currently ranks in the lower third among Oregon schools with a MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and an academic score of 4.2 out of 10, it continues to focus on student development and growth.

In reading and English language arts (ELA), 42% of students are proficient or above, while in math, the proficiency rate is at 26%. The school remains committed to improving these metrics through ongoing curriculum enhancements and support programs tailored to individual needs. Located in a remote rural setting with limited neighborhood data available, Glide Middle School forms an integral part of the community in Douglas County.

It offers a nurturing environment where students can thrive and engage in extracurricular activities that reflect their unique rural surroundings.

With an enrollment of 108 students, Glide Middle School is a smaller school where families often find a close-knit community atmosphere. Smaller settings can mean more individual attention from teachers and staff, though they may offer fewer extracurricular options than larger schools.

While current test scores at Glide Middle School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.

Located in a rural area, Glide Middle School may involve longer commutes for some families. Rural schools often serve as community anchors and may have smaller class sizes, but parents should consider transportation logistics, after-school program availability, and access to specialized services.