It was established on 20 July 1837 by the Englishman Henry George Leicester and named Comilla Zilla School.

later It was set up by the Government of British India for teaching English literature and science.

About 2,000 students are studying in the school with 53 teachers and 20 administration staffs.

There is a big field in the school area, as well as a basketball court .

Other facilities include mosque, workshop, auditorium, canteen, shaheed minar, and library.