Its athletic nickname is the "Cougars", and it participates in the Southwestern Indiana Conference.

It was established in 1968 as a consolidation of the Elnora Owls, Odon Bulldogs, Raglesville Rockets, Plainville Midgets and the Epsom Salts.

[2] North Daviess competes in the smallest level in the Indiana High School Athletic Association, 1A.

North Daviess has won a state title in boys basketball, semi-state in softball and girls’ golf, and regionals in softball, boys' basketball, girls' basketball, girls' golf, cross country, track, and baseball.

Because of the IHSAA's Tournament Success rule, North Daviess currently competes in class 2A in Volleyball and Girls Basketball, and in 3A in Boys Basketball.