It was created in 1984, with the merger of Onancock and Central high schools.

The school is named after a Native American princess of the Powhatan Tribe in the 17th century.

NHS ranks among the top 8,200 public high schools in America, 181st in Virginia, and 2nd in ACPS.

21% of students participate in AP courses.

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