History
It was established in 1906 as Chittagong Modern English (M.E.) School. The school was converted into a Government school in 1917. In 1963, the school's name was again changed to Chittagong Junior Government High School. The school was renamed to its current name in 1977 and since then it has become a centre of Secondary Education in Chittagong City. In 2006, the school celebrated its centennial.
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