Bullying Statistics

Bullying statistics in the United States can vary depending on the source and the specific criteria used to define bullying. Here are some key statistics related to bullying among students in the United States:

• Prevalence of Bullying: The U.S. Department of Education estimates that approximately 20% of all middle school and high school students experience bullying at some point during their school years.
• Gender Differences: Contrary to some stereotypes, bullying affects both boys and girls. The National Crime Victimization Survey from 2011 reported that 27% of boys and 30% of girls reported being bullied, showing that there are relatively small differences in the prevalence rates for girls and boys.
• Frequency of Bullying: According to the National Center for Education Statistics (2008), about 24% of elementary and secondary students in the U.S. are bullied on a weekly basis, with 7% experiencing daily bullying.
• Bullying Among Students with Disabilities: Students with special needs, including those with disabilities like autism, learning disabilities, or epilepsy, are at a higher risk of being bullied. AbilityPath (2011) reported that 60% of students with disabilities are bullied in schools.
• Bullying Among Students with Autism: The Interactive Autism Network (2012) found that 63% of students with autism experienced bullying in schools.