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Understanding the Bullying Statistics

Research, Facts, and Statistics on Bullying

According to national bullying statistics, millions of students experience bullying each year, both in person and online. The National Institutes of Health 2004 Survey concluded that the prevalence of bullying in US schools suggests a need for further research to understand and devise ways to combat bullying. Over time, school-based intervention efforts have shown that lasting change is possible. The most effective bullying prevention programs bring students, parents, educators, and the community together to create safer and more supportive learning environments. As an anti-bullying organization, Utterly Global Youth Empowerment, relies on the latest bullying statistics and research to design evidence-based programs that make a real difference. Our initiatives focus on prevention, awareness, and empowerment, helping young people build resilience, empathy, and confidence. By understanding bullying statistics, we can track progress and identify areas needing attention. The evidence shows that when schools and families work together, bullying incidents decrease and overall school climate improves.
Utterly Global Youth Empowerment offers programs and services based on current research. Contact us for more information.

Facts about School Violence and Bullying

  • In spring 2016, physical conflicts among students and student bullying were two of the most commonly reported school problems.
  • Based on school administrator reports, 24% of students attended schools where student bullying occurred at least once a month.
  • In 2018, there were about 836,100 total victimizations among students ages 12-18.
  • About 20% of students ages 12-18 experienced bullying in the US.
  • Among students ages 12-18 who reported being bullied at school during the school year, 15% reported being bullied online or by text.
  • During the 2017-2018 school year, 80% of public schools recorded that one or more thefts, violence, and other crimes had occurred, amounting to 1.4 million incidents.
  • 47% of schools reported one or more incidents to the police in the same year, amounting to 422,800 incidents.
  • The percentage of public schools reporting the use of security cameras to monitor the school increased from 19% in 1999-2000 to 83% in 2017-2018.
  • An estimated 14.9% of high school students were electronically bullied 12 months before the survey.
  • 71% of youth have witnessed bullying at school.
  • 70% of school staff have reported being a witness to bullying.
  • Among these, 70.1% of students reported being verbally harassed.
  • 34.8% of students missed at least a whole day at school every month.

Facts about Bullying and Harassment of LGBTQ Youth

(Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, and Queer Youth)

  • 59.1% of LGBTQ students felt unsafe because of their sexual orientation.
  • 32.7% missed at least one school day last month because they felt unsafe or uncomfortable.
  • 8.6% missed four or more days in the last month.
  • 42.5% avoided bathrooms, and 43.7% avoided lock rooms.
  • 77.6% avoided school functions and extracurricular activities.
  • Over 90% of LGBTQ students heard homophobic and negative remarks about gender identity and expression.
  • 70% of LGBTQ students are bullied because of their sexuality.
  • 11% were physically assaulted.
  • 44.9% experienced electronic harassment in the last year.
  • 59.1% experienced discriminatory policies. (i.e., using bathrooms aligned with their identity, attending dances with the same-sex partner)
  • 28.9% of students were bullied just because of their sexual orientation.
  • 59.5% of LGBTQ students felt safety issues at school due to their sexuality.
  • LGBTQ students attending schools with a curriculum inclusive of LGBTQ people, events, and history reportedly experience a better school climate and improved academic outcomes.
Source: 2019 National Student Climate Survey and the From Teasing to Torment: School Climate Revisited Survey

Facts about Students Who Bully and are Bullied

  • By age 24, 60% of bullies in grades 6-9 will have at least one criminal conviction.
  • Bullied individuals tend to grow up more socially anxious with low self-esteem and require mental health services throughout life.
  • 61% of individuals said students shoot others due to being victims of physical abuse at home.
  • 54% of individuals stated that witnessing physical abuse at home may lead to violence in school.
  • Among students, homicide perpetrators were more than twice as likely as homicide victims to have been bullied by peers.
  • Each month, 282,000 students in secondary schools are physically attacked in schools.
  • One hundred thousand students carry a gun to school each day.
  • 28% of young people who take weapons to schools have witnessed violence at home (Duane Alexander, M.D., Director of NICHD).
Sources: Bureau of Justice Statistics-School Crime and Safety, Center for Disease Control and Prevention and US Departments of Education Associated Violent Deaths in the United States 1994-1999, Center of Disease Control and Prevention and US Departments of Education and Justice, 2001

Turning Bullying Statistics into Action

Data-Driven Approaches for Schools and Communities

At Utterly Global Youth Empowerment, we believe that data-backed action leads to measurable progress. Our team studies national and global bullying statistics to identify behavioral patterns and emotional triggers behind bullying. This evidence-based approach enables us to tailor our cyberbullying prevention programs and anti-bullying initiatives to meet the specific needs of schools, parents, and communities.

Empowering Students Through Anti-Bullying Projects

Our anti-bullying project initiatives include customized school assemblies, teacher workshops, and student leadership programs designed to promote respect and empathy among students. These hands-on programs empower young people to recognize harmful behaviors and take proactive steps toward kindness and inclusion. Each session is guided by the latest bullying statistics, ensuring that our strategies are current and effective in addressing today’s complex bullying challenges—especially in online environments.

Strengthening Digital Safety with Cyberbullying Prevention Programs

Building Resilience in Online Spaces

With the rise of digital platforms, cyberbullying prevention programs have become essential. Utterly Global Youth Empowerment offers interactive e-learning modules, online safety workshops, and parent-focused webinars that teach how to identify and report digital harassment.
These programs are built around updated bullying statistics, highlighting the growing trend of cyberbullying among teens. We aim to strengthen students’ online resilience while helping parents and educators understand digital behaviors that can either promote or prevent bullying.

Measuring the Impact of Our Initiatives

Tracking Results and Creating Lasting Change

Every anti-bullying project at Utterly Global Youth Empowerment is designed with a measurable impact in mind. We collaborate with schools to track reductions in reported incidents, improvements in peer relationships, and increased student engagement. Our initiatives also encourage students to participate in peer-to-peer mentoring programs, giving them the tools to create positive change within their communities.