For generations, former Belleville High School students have gone on to enjoy exceptional success in the arts. Famed balladeer Connie Francis, 50s-era girl trio The Delicates, several members of rock supergroup The Four Seasons (subject of the hit Broadway play Jersey Boys), acclaimed actor Joe Pesci, as well as the founding members of the contemporary alt-rock band My Chemical Romance are all former Belleville High students. BHS, home of the Buccaneers, remains committed to nurturing students of all abilities and interests.

The school's broad range of academic offerings include a number of Advanced Placement classes as well as extracurricular activities for academically advanced students. These programs are complemented by one of the most comprehensive vocational education programs in the region. Students in the program receive practical, hands-on training in fields ranging from cosmetology to auto mechanics. BHS also boasts state-of-the-art athletic facilities as well as a radio and television station, where students have been learning the broadcast arts since 1980. 

The school's administration has committed itself to meeting several goals by 2014, including improving the academic performance of every single student and ensuring that all students are equipped with the skills necessary to thrive in the 21st century workplace. The Board of Education offices are located at the school and the board meets at the school library.