The State of the Wisconsin Girl Report
The State of the Wisconsin Girl Report
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How are girls in Wisconsin really doing?
The 2025 State of the Wisconsin Girl Report offers a powerful, research-based snapshot of what life is like for girls across our state today. From academic achievement to emotional wellness, physical health to social belonging, this report dives deep into the most pressing issues girls face right now.
While the data reveals serious challenges, it also uncovers opportunities to create meaningful change. Because when we understand what girls are up against, we can better support them to rise, lead, and thrive.
What's inside the report
What's inside the report
The Wisconsin Girl Report explores four key areas critical to girls’ development:
Physical Health: Trends in wellness, safety, and activity levels
Academic Performance: Strengths and disparities in educational outcomes
Emotional Wellness: Insights on mental health and access to care
Social Wellbeing: Belonging, resilience, and relationships
You’ll also find recommendations for parents, educators, youth-serving organizations, funders, and policymakers, each grounded in data and focused on helping every girl in Wisconsin reach her full potential.
Why this report matters
Why this report matters
Girls in Wisconsin are facing urgent, complex challenges:
1 in 5 high school girls has experienced sexual violence
50% of girls report symptoms of depression
Only 25% of girls plan to major in advanced science or engineering
1 in 4 girls feels they have no adult to talk to when they need help
Here’s the good news for Girl Scouts:
92% of Girl Scouts in Wisconsin say Girl Scouts is where they belong
75% say their troop leader helps them think about their future
79% say Girl Scouts makes them happier people
97% feel safe in Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts isn’t just an activity. It’s a proven support system. When girls are surrounded by mentors, peers, and safe spaces created just for them, they don’t just survive. They thrive.
Get your free copy
Get your free copy
This isn’t just a report—it’s a wake-up call, a roadmap, and a rallying cry for anyone who cares about girls in Wisconsin.
The State of the Wisconsin Girl report is now available.
Subscribe to access the full report and join a growing community committed to understanding, uplifting, and standing with girls across our state.
We are Girl Scouts
We are Girl Scouts
Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life and work together to build a better world. Through programs coast-to-coast, Girl Scouts of all backgrounds and abilities can be unapologetically themselves as they discover their strengths and rise to meet new challenges—whether they want to climb to the top of a tree or the top of their class, lace up for a hike or advocate for the environment, or make their first best friends.
Backed by trusted adult volunteers, mentors, and millions of alums, Girl Scouts lead the way as they find their voices and make changes that affect the issues most important to them. Find us online to join, volunteer, or donate today.
Want to connect and get involved?
Want to connect and get involved?
Every Girl Scout experience is powered by dedicated local councils that support volunteers, families, and girls close to home. Use the button below to find and connect with your local Girl Scout council. Whether you're looking to join, volunteer, or support, your local council is the best place to start.
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Girls need caring adult mentors to prepare them for life.
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