Seattle Children’s remains among top 10 best children’s hospitals in the nation
10.7.25
Seattle Children’s ranks No. 1 in Washington state and ties for No. 1 in the Pacific region in latest U.S. News & World Report
SEATTLE, WA – Seattle Children’s has achieved the Best Children’s Hospitals 2025-2026 Honor Roll by U.S. News & World Report, a distinction given to only 10 children’s hospitals across the country.
U.S. News & World Report has recognized Seattle Children’s as a top children’s hospital every year since it began ranking medical facilities more than 30 years ago. The rankings help parents and caregivers, along with their physicians, navigate the challenges of choosing the best possible care for children with serious illnesses or complex medical needs.
“This continued national recognition reflects the dedication of our providers, nurses and workforce to improving health outcomes and delivering high-quality care. As the number of patients and families we serve continues to grow, Seattle Children’s remains committed to excellence and compassionate care,” said Seattle Children’s CEO Dr. Jeff Sperring.
The 2025-2026 report ranked Seattle Children’s in the top 10 nationally in the following specialties:
- Diabetes & Endocrinology
- Neonatology
- Nephrology
- Neurology & Neurosurgery
- Pulmonology & Lung Surgery
- Urology
Seattle Children’s was named the No. 1 pediatric hospital in Washington state and ranked No. 1 in the Pacific region in a tie. The Pacific region includes Alaska, California, Hawaii, Oregon and Washington.
U.S. News & World Report is the most comprehensive source of pediatric hospital quality data in the United States. The Best Children’s Hospitals rankings are based on patient outcomes, clinical resources, adherence to best practices and reputation from peer pediatric specialists.
The full rankings for the 2025-2026 Best Children’s Hospitals Honor Roll, regional and specialty rankings can be found at USNews.com.
About U.S. News & World Report
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About Seattle Children’s
Seattle Children’s mission is to provide hope, care and cures to help every child live the healthiest and most fulfilling life possible. Together, Seattle Children’s Hospital, Research Institute and Foundation deliver superior patient care, identify new discoveries and treatments through pediatric research, and raise funds to create better futures for patients.
Ranked as one of the top children’s hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report, Seattle Children’s serves as the pediatric and adolescent academic medical center for Washington, Alaska, Montana and Idaho – the largest region of any children’s hospital in the country. As one of the nation’s top five pediatric research centers, Seattle Children’s Research Institute is internationally recognized for its work in neurosciences, immunology, cancer, infectious disease, injury prevention and much more. Seattle Children’s Foundation, along with Seattle Children’s Guild Association – the largest all-volunteer fundraising network for any hospital in the country – works with our generous community to raise funds for lifesaving care and research.
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