U.S. News & World Report Marks 20 Years of Pediatric Care Rankings with the 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals
The annual evaluation recognizes 90 hospitals across 11 pediatric specialties and includes a third review of behavioral health programs.
- On Tuesday, U.S. News & World Report announced its 2026-2027 Best Children's Hospitals rankings, marking the 20th edition of the annual evaluation designed to help families navigate pediatric care choices.
- To compile the rankings, U.S. News and RTI International analyzed clinical data from 114 children's hospitals and surveyed thousands of pediatric specialists nationwide in early 2026.
- The report recognizes 90 top hospitals across 34 states and Washington, D.C., with 11 leading institutions earning Honor Roll status for 'high-performing, multi-specialty pediatric care.'
- In the Midwest, Cincinnati Children's, Nationwide Children's, and Ann & Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago tied for first place. Akron Children's Hospital ranked fifth in Ohio.
- Ben Harder, chief of health analysis at U.S. News, said the rankings provide a 'clear starting point' for families. Caregivers can use the Doctor Finder tool to identify pediatricians for specialized care.
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