The campus is located in a city setting on Benton's east side, and has been operating (though in separate buildings) since 1888.

The school's athletic teams (Benton Rangers) compete in the Southern Illinois River-to-River Conference.

The Rangers' main rival is the West Frankfort Redbirds, located seven miles south of the BCHS campus.

[3] Benton High School offers the following sports:[4] The first class to complete their course of study for Benton High School received their diplomas in March 1888, with 12 graduates.

The school district began to teach students from Benton, Ewing, Browning and Barren Township.