Percent of students who were in a physical fight during the past 12 months Physical Fighting Less fighting. Physical fighting has decreased across all grades in Vermont since 1993. Physical Fighting in Vermont 1993 to 1997 Percent of students who were in a physical fight during the past 12 months Physical Fighting Females are in serious fights less than males. Fighting on school property is more common among young students. Physical Fighting Students fight more with people they know than with strangers.
Females fight less with friends and more with family members and dates than male students.