Academy at Carrie F Thomas was among the 13 Birdville ISD campuses recognized in the 2025-26 state school rankings, earning a place on the list that the BISD Board formally acknowledged in a 2025 board meeting. The school's uniform program continues through the 2025-26 year — students wear uniforms Monday through Thursday and dress freely on Fridays. Under Birdville ISD's broader 2025 push, CF Thomas also benefits from the district's recent "A" rating for financial accountability, which means resources directed to its 85% economically disadvantaged population come from a well-managed funding base. BISD's bond election, called in 2025 and focused on security improvements and learning spaces, will eventually affect physical upgrades at campuses across the district including CF Thomas.

Q1. Does Academy at CF Thomas have a GATE program?

Ans. Academy at Carrie F Thomas does offer a Gifted and Talented program through Birdville ISD. Each year, the district nominates qualifying fourth graders for the Lone Star Leadership Academy summer camp as part of that program.

Q2. What is the school's uniform policy?

Ans. Academy at Carrie F Thomas requires uniforms Monday through Thursday. Every Friday is an out-of-uniform day, provided students follow the district dress code.

Q3. What after-school support does CF Thomas offer?

Ans. Birdville ISD offers a free online tutoring service called Varsity Tutor through the student portal all BISD families can access it, including those at Academy at Carrie F Thomas. For additional academic support, families should contact the front office to find out what on-campus intervention resources are currently available.

Q4. How do parents stay connected at CF Thomas?

Ans. Academy at Carrie F Thomas uses Birdville ISD's communication platforms for announcements and updates. The school is also transitioning from Skyward to Focus as its Student Information System for the 2025-26 year. Families can reach the school directly at (817) 547-3000 during school hours.

Q5. What schools do CF Thomas students attend after 5th grade?

Ans. Students from Academy at Carrie F Thomas typically continue to North Richland Middle School, then on to Richland High School. Both schools are part of Birdville ISD's same feeder pattern and are within a few miles of the elementary campus.