Are Ohio Girls Okay?

Ohio girls are resilient, but research shows they need more support. Learn more about the state of Ohio girls in the full report below.

No, They Need Your Support.

Girls are actually struggling…. Together, Ohio Girl Scout Councils gathered hard-hitting data and statistics to evaluate the state of girls in Ohio and how they are fairing in the areas of social, emotional, and physical health as well as academic success. This report of our findings will help us, and the entire community, better understand girls, so we can ignite change.

Today’s girls are resilient but face many challenges. In this report, you’ll find key insights we’ve learned about the state of girls in Ohio, as well as potential ways that our communities can step up to ensure that Ohio’s girls recognize their worth, value their unique abilities, and have the tools they need to lead fulfilling lives.

Physical Wellness

Girls face challenges to their physical wellbeing. Only 16% of Ohio girls participate in recommended levels of physical activity.

Social Wellness

Ohio middle school and high school girls report experiencing bullying at a much higher rate than boys – and rates increased from 2011 to 2021.

Academics

More than a quarter of K-12 students in Ohio did not attend school regularly in 2022-2023.

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Serious Challenges

56% of Ohio girls in grades 9-12 reported feeling sad or hopeless, 32% seriously considered attempting suicide in 2021 and 15% reported a suicide attempt.

Resilience

91% of girls graduated from high school in 2023, a higher rate than boys. Girls also enrolled in higher education at a higher rate than boys.

Here to Help

“Girl Scouts needs us. It takes all of us to be able to support girls to be who they are in life and paving the way. Girl Scouts paved the way for me.” – Jen R., OhioHealth

Stay up to date with the Ohio: State of the Girl Report here.