Webb rankings decline: what happened?
February 20, 2025
Nicole Lee (‘25) frets over Webb’s change in the Niche Rankings. Since 2022, Webb has fallen from 25th best American boarding high school to 41st. “Of course, the school is more than rankings, but such an enormous drop is not a good sign,” said Nichole.
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Eric Luo, Chief of Media
Eric Luo (‘25), a senior looking forward to graduating at the end of this year, brings a unique blend of passions to campus. As the leader of the Mycology club, Eric’s enthusiasm for nature shines through his hobby of growing mushrooms; a practice he enjoys for its sustainable benefits and culinary rewards, this passion for environmental preservation mirrors his dedication to upholding strong journalistic integrity. Eric spent this summer abroad reconnecting with old friends in China and Hong Kong; traveling to Japan, he enriched his palette and broadened his perspective. Adding on to his talents, Eric is also musically inclined, composing jazz and playing three instruments: saxophone, bassoon, and piano. Continuing his journalistic pursuit in his final year, Eric remains determined to produce impactful work for the Webb Canyon Chronicle. He also hopes to bring thought-provoking content surrounding politics, such as foreign policies, social issues, and other controversies that people may feel judged in talking about. This year, Eric looks forward to bringing forward a variety of opinions and voices in and out of the Webb community, giving everybody a platform to be heard.
Favorite song: Twilight by Bôa

Sandy Li, Copy Editor
Sandy Li (‘27) pins life down with unwavering determination, turning every challenge into an opportunity to grow stronger. On the mat, she learned that a match isn’t decided in a single move but in the grind—every takedown fought for, every second of pressure endured. That same resilience carried her home to Jilin, China, where she spent the summer running a girls’ wrestling camp, named Powher, teaching younger athletes how to sprawl, reset, and rise again after a loss. Off the mat, Sandy turns her own bruises and triumphs into verse, publishing poetry in Webb’s literary magazine Breakfast and earning recognition from the Scholastic Art & Writing Awards. Her writing doesn’t just tell her story but captures the emotions of others who feel unheard. At the Webb Canyon Chronicle, she uses that same empathy to craft pieces that give weight to diverse perspectives. Her work as an international student liaison deepens that mission, letting her listen across cultures and carry those voices into her reporting. For Sandy, wrestling isn’t just a sport but a way of moving through the world—every obstacle is a match to grow and every victory builds her strength.
Favorite song: “Stacks from All Sides” by SKAI isyourgod