Male was founded in 1856, being the oldest high school west of the Allegheny Mountains.Since it has moved to this location, the school has won two U.S. Department of Education Blue Ribbon awards.All students participate in the College Preparatory Program so as to aid in a smooth the transition to higher education.One of the stipulations is the successful completion (i.e., receiving a grade of "C" or its equivalent) in 6 AP courses in the areas of English, science/mathematics, foreign language, and elective.It is named in memory of the schools alumni who have died in World War II.