Benton High School (Louisiana)

Benton High School is a public high school located in Benton, Louisiana, United States. The school, part of Bossier Parish School Board, serves about 1200 students in grades 9 to 12.

History

The first school was built in 1890, and the current school was opened in 1978. Benton High School opened its new campus fall 2019.

Athletics

Benton High School is a member of the Louisiana High School Athletic Association in the highest classification, 5A, moving up from 4A for the 2019–20 school year.

Notable alumni

• Walter O. Bigby (Class of 1944), member of the Louisiana House of Representatives (19681979); thereafter a judge until his death

References

External links

• Benton High School website
• Benton High School History website
• Bossier Parish School website