As of December 13, 2025, the United States has faced at least 391 mass shootings, according to the U.S. Gun Violence Archive. These incidents have claimed over 300 lives and left more than 1,700 people injured, underscoring a devastating public health challenge.
Breaking down the numbers, 75 of these shootings took place on school grounds: 43 on college campuses and 32 at K–12 campuses. For every five mass shootings this year, about one has struck an educational setting.
On average, the U.S. experienced more than one mass shooting per day in 2025. The steady frequency of these events has sparked conversations among policymakers, community leaders, and advocates about strategies to prevent future tragedies.
As the year draws to a close, these figures paint a stark picture of gun violence in the U.S. For young global citizens and tech-savvy audiences, the data highlights the urgent need for informed dialogue and data-driven solutions.
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