Students that attend the school come from the western part of Pictou County, including the towns of Stellarton, and Westville.

Its facilities include: NRHS has an active Students' Council with over 80 members who raise a large amount of money each year for the school community.

The executive also discusses, approves, or declines fundraising proposals for various sports teams and other activities, as well as the formation of new clubs and committees.

NRHS offers many extra-curricular activities, such as: Communications, Interact, Yearbook (part of the Publishing 12 course), and Environmental club among many more.

NRHS also has many sports teams, including: rugby, basketball, hockey, volleyball, cross country running, track, and soccer.