Two Decades of Evaluation in Best Children's Hospitals Rankings
U.S. News & World Report has publicly announced the 2026-2027 best children's hospitals rankings for its annual evaluation, which has been published for two decades.
Prepared by U.S. News & World Report and published for the twentieth year, the 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals rankings serve as a guide for parents and physicians. Evaluating ninety hospitals across thirty-four states and Washington, D.C., the study covers eleven pediatric medical specialties.
Scope and Methodology of Evaluation
During the compilation of the study, U.S. News and RTI International analyzed clinical data from more than 114 children's hospitals in detail.
Based on surveys involving thousands of pediatric specialists, various factors such as clinical outcomes, best practices, and resource levels were taken into consideration.
Specialty Areas and Behavioral Health
The published annual evaluation aims to support families and caregivers facing serious illnesses or rare medical conditions in making child healthcare choices.
Among the eleven covered pediatric medical specialties is the third annual evaluation of pediatric and adolescent behavioral health programs.
Regional Rankings and Highlights
In regional reviews, Loma Linda University Children's Hospital earned this distinction for the sixth time.
In the Ohio region, Akron Children's ranked fifth statewide, while Cleveland Clinic Children's positioned third and Rainbow Babies and Children's Hospital ranked fourth.
Midwest Region and Honor Roll
In the Midwest region, Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital, Cincinnati Children's, and Nationwide Children's Hospital shared the top spot.
Eleven hospitals from eight states and Washington, D.C., distinguished for high-performing and multi-specialty pediatric care services, earned a place on the Honor Roll.